Position

Job Purpose

The Dior Corporate Trainee participates in a program designed to identify and develop future talent for the organization. By working closely with their assigned Department, the Trainee supports the organization’s short and long-term objectives through day to day administrative and long-term project work. Trainees across departments will collaborate to develop initiatives to improve business results, and present a project to the Executive Leadership Team. The Merchandising Trainee is responsible for supporting the department in managing the business strategy for the Americas Boutiques. Main responsibilities include reporting and recaps, product tool creation, competitive market analysis, supporting the buying process, and distribution in accordance with total company vision.

Duties And Responsibilities

Merchandising Functions

Review and support running weekly sales reports: Generate a variety of Excel based reports; store and business recaps, ensure tracking to sales targets
Manage and follow up daily on product shipping and deliveries
Communicate and partner closely with Retail teams to manage day to day product inquiries and present business updates on Retail calls
Participate and share new ideas to drive business strategy
Assist with weekly stock rebalances to improve sales and sell-thru
Monitor and Track Trunk Show Samples
Analyze the market and prepare comprehensive recaps on competitive pricing, trends, market activities, and events monthly
Support the creation of seasonal launch tools: buy book creation, manage photo and selling tools, ensure client orders are filled accurately, strategically adjust allocations to match reservation needs
Assist team during 4 seasonal Buying Markets:
- Support compilation of premarket analysis: by store and classification. Find opportunities within each region & present strategy to Managers.
- Remain positive, energetic, and organized while meeting tight deadlines during high-paced and demanding buying sessions
Review sales results on Advertising campaigns, catalogue and product highlights

Reporting Functions

Prepare and provide analysis on fast/slow sellers and sell-thru report
Prepare and compile seasonal qualitative collection feedback
Hindsight end of season (EOS) product analysis and recaps
Support Merchandising team on weekly reporting across categories and ad-hoc analysis as needed

Skills And Competencies

Excellent organizational skills, drive for results and ability to independently problem solve
Ability to deliver tight deadlines while being detail oriented
Thrive in fast-paced environment with self-motivated mentality
Effectively and professionally communicate with Boutique teams
Think creatively when analyzing the business
Operate all systems and retail programs necessary to perform the job
Flexibility to react quickly to changing demands of business; able to set priorities to maximize time effectively and efficiently
Technical ability to manage merchandising software
Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Requirements

Full-time, 8 Month Program
Must be available M-F, 9-6pm, Friday work from home
At least 6 months of prior Merchandising/Buying work or internship experience, luxury retail Women’s experience preferred; strong working knowledge of Retail Math and Retail critical metrics
Strong knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint, proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs

Job responsibilities

The appointed candidate will be offered a salary of $20 per hour, plus potential eligibility to participate in the Company's medical benefits plan, commuter benefits, and 401k plans with employer contributions.

Additional Information

Christian Dior was the designer of dreams. In founding his House in 1947, marked by the revolution of the New Look, he metamorphosed his reveries into wonderful creations. Christian Dior Couture, the House of Dreams, is recognized for its French heritage and vibrant culture sublimating its unique Savoir-faire and Creativity through empowering "metiers d’art”. Our Maison is a destination for sustainable growth & success where we shape the future of our Talents in a positive, authentic & generous environment. We bloom & deliver excellence with passion, determination, courage & optimism to offer meaningful & daring codes.

Christian Dior Couture is part of the LVMH Group, where People Make the Difference. We value, celebrate, and welcome each unique talent and strive to create an inclusive environment providing all employees a sense of purpose. Beyond your role, we recognize the importance and passion of creating communities with shared values that enrich and impact beyond our organization. As an employee, you will have an opportunity to engage in our employee-led communities such as Sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Corporate Social Responsibility.

Christian Dior Couture provides equal employment opportunities to all employees as part of the LVMH Group, which attaches great importance to ensuring that its Maisons and their partners share a set of common rules, practices, and principles with respect to ethics, social responsibility, and protection of the environment.

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