Louis Vuitton Senior Retail Learning Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Senior
Compensation
$145,000–160,000/year
Posted
May 21, 2026

About Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a global maison within the LVMH group, renowned for its leather goods, ready‑to‑wear and accessories. The brand combines heritage craftsmanship with contemporary innovation and offers structured career paths, rigorous training and international development opportunities for employees across retail, corporate and creative functions.

Louis Vuitton — Senior Retail Learning Manager in Chicago. Lead Midwest & Mid‑Atlantic retail training strategy and rollouts for the maison.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Define and execute the retail learning strategy for the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic, aligning training priorities with business objectives and métier‑specific needs.
  • Design, develop and deploy zone training programs (product, client experience, high‑end selling, coaching and leadership) in digestible formats with clear in‑store application.
  • Manage market activation and communications for central initiatives in partnership with Retail Directors, Regional VP and local Learning Managers.
  • Lead facilitation and rollout activities including train‑the‑trainer sessions, testing implementations with the regional Learning team and supporting Louis Vuitton Americas and Central programs.
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally with HR, merchandising, operations and other corporate departments to surface needs and ensure training relevance.
  • Elevate Academy capabilities by developing curricula, calendars and capability building for PCA’s, Experts and HE managers across key métiers.
  • Partner with HR to evolve leadership workshops and ensure learning content remains aligned with organisational priorities and business metrics.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in retail learning, training & development or L&D with regional responsibilities, preferably within luxury or premium retail.
  • Proven experience designing and delivering train‑the‑trainer programs and facilitation at scale.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate cross‑functionally in matrix environments.
  • Strong capability in curriculum design, adult learning methodologies and translating strategic objectives into measurable learning initiatives.
  • Experience managing program rollouts across multiple markets with sensitivity to local market needs.

Skills

Facilitation and train‑the‑trainer delivery Curriculum and learning program design Stakeholder engagement and cross‑functional collaboration Adult learning methodologies Program and project management Coaching and leadership development Change management and implementation planning

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in retail learning, talent development or L&D, with a track record of leading regional training programs and facilitating train‑the‑trainer initiatives in a luxury or premium retail environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business or a related field preferred; advanced degree or professional certification in L&D, instructional design or organizational development is advantageous.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 145,000 to USD 160,000 per annum.

Benefits

Opportunity for bonus; medical, dental and vision insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; two retirement plans with employer contributions.

Culture

Louis Vuitton blends a heritage artisanal culture with high standards of service and continuous professional development. Employees are encouraged to grow through robust internal training, international mobility and inclusive initiatives supported by the wider LVMH group.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton Senior Retail Learning Manager

Chicago, USA

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