Christian Dior and the industrialist Marcel Boussac join forces to create the Christian Dior couture house. On December 16, the couture house opens at 30 Avenue Montaigne, with three ateliers and a staff of 85 people. “It was in 1946 that I moved into 30 Avenue Montaigne.

Trainee, Merchandising

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.

Operations Associate – Boston Copley

The Operations Associate is responsible for maintaining the store’s inventory and stock areas as per Company standards, minimizing stock loss, maintaining organized records, ordering supplies, adhering to housekeeping standards, handling merchandise appropriately, controlling expenses, and safeguarding company assets by following proper inventory control procedures.

Job responsibilities

• Ensure that all shipping and receiving functions that affect the store inventory are processed accurately and efficiently
• Maintain an orderly and neat stock and receiving area as well as the general maintenance of the store, ensuring merchandise is properly ticketed and sensored
• Ensure the accurate processing of all inbound freight, returns-to-vendors (RTV’s), chargebacks, transfers and damages based on Company policies and procedures
• Support the compliance of receiving practices with established Company policies and standards, such as safekeeping of Company funds and property, personnel practices, security, and record-keeping procedures
• Ensure that the stock is appropriately security tagged to prevent loss
• Communicate with central distribution and/or the corporate inventory control department
• Participate in all inventory and cycle counts
• Assist in floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping
• Assist in completing price changes within the boutique
• Assist in packing or wrapping customers’ merchandise, when necessary
• Help solve problems and make informed suggestions that affect the service, and productivity of the receiving area
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Participate in store meetings and training seminars as necessary
• Any other tasks as assigned from time to time by any manager

Profile

• Ability to handle receiving operations effectively, including proper handling of merchandise
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and follow-through skills
• Ability to read, count, and write to accurately complete all documentation
• Ability to process information and merchandise through computer system
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time wisely in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including phone systems, inventory-control computer systems, sensor-tag remover, and all other office equipment
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, and to move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store, which entails heavy lifting, and perform all functions as set forth above
• Previous retail stock/shipping/receiving experience

Sales Associate – South Coast Plaza, Men’s

The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering best in class client service, achieving individual sales goals, building lasting client relationships through mastery of product knowledge and selling ceremonies as well as understanding Boutique operating processes.

Tasks & responsibilities

Sales Performance

• Achieve and exceed individual Sales Goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) including, Individual Sales Volume, Units per Transaction (UPT) & Average Dollar per Transaction (ADS)
• Maintain a strong drive for results and a positive, team first attitude at all times

Client Development

• Ensure a welcoming client focused environment, which includes offering best in class service, in person, over the phone and through electronic communication
• Develop local and international client book with the ability to recruit and develop top clients
• Demonstrate strong product expertise, engage clients through the details and stories of our products
• Problem solve in partnership with leadership team to ensure that each client issue is accurately resolved to the benefit of the business

Boutique Operations

• Support floor moves, merchandising, visual merchandising, and housekeeping as needed
• Help locate merchandise at other Boutiques for clients, accurately process charge-send sales per Company guidelines
• Responsible for individual stock assignments, including organizing stock on floor and in the heart of the house
• Participate in all inventory and cycle counts and protect the assets of the Boutique through understanding and following operating procedures
• Assist in packing or wrapping customers’ merchandise, when necessary

Job responsibilities

Requirements

• At least 3 years of Retail Sales and Client Service experience, preferably in a luxury consumer goods environment
• Strong drive for business results with a passion for creativity, fashion and the brand
• Ability to develop strong and lasting relationships with people through strong communication, organization and follow-through skills
• Provide outstanding customer service including in person, over the phone and through electronic communication
• Read, count, and write to accurately complete all business and client related documentation
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time in a fast-paced environment, adaptable to strategies which address evolving business trends
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including phone systems, cash register, sensor-tag remover, computers, and all other office equipment.
• Can stand for extended periods, move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures, must be able to lift at least 30 lbs.
• Willingness to adhere to all company policies, procedures, regulations, and standards

Sales Associate – Dallas

The Sales Associate is responsible for delivering best in class client service, achieving individual sales goals, building lasting client relationships through mastery of product knowledge and selling ceremonies as well as understanding Boutique operating processes.

Tasks & responsibilities

Sales Performance

• Achieve and exceed individual Sales Goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) including, Individual Sales Volume, Units per Transaction (UPT) & Average Dollar per Transaction (ADS)
• Maintain a strong drive for results and a positive, team first attitude at all times

Client Development

• Ensure a welcoming client focused environment, which includes offering best in class service, in person, over the phone and through electronic communication
• Develop local and international client book with the ability to recruit and develop top clients
• Demonstrate strong product expertise, engage clients through the details and stories of our products
• Problem solve in partnership with leadership team to ensure that each client issue is accurately resolved to the benefit of the business

Boutique Operations

• Support floor moves, merchandising, visual merchandising, and housekeeping as needed
• Help locate merchandise at other Boutiques for clients, accurately process charge-send sales per Company guidelines
• Responsible for individual stock assignments, including organizing stock on floor and in the heart of the house
• Participate in all inventory and cycle counts and protect the assets of the Boutique through understanding and following operating procedures
• Assist in packing or wrapping customers’ merchandise, when necessary

Profile

Requirements

• At least 3 years of Retail Sales and Client Service experience, preferably in a luxury consumer goods environment
• Strong drive for business results with a passion for creativity, fashion and the brand
• Ability to develop strong and lasting relationships with people through strong communication, organization and follow-through skills
• Provide outstanding customer service including in person, over the phone and through electronic communication
• Read, count, and write to accurately complete all business and client related documentation
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time in a fast-paced environment, adaptable to strategies which address evolving business trends
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job, including phone systems, cash register, sensor-tag remover, computers, and all other office equipment.
• Can stand for extended periods, move and handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures, must be able to lift at least 30 lbs.
• Willingness to adhere to all company policies, procedures, regulations, and standards