Visual Merchandising Executive FTC

Brand: Parfums Christian Dior

Fixed term Contract until January 2027

Do you wish to join the House of Dreams? In this House, you will continue to perpetuate the dream of our creator: that of a more beautiful and happier world. You will also consolidate our vision: to become the most desirable House in the world of beauty, an absolute reference of French luxury, a symbol of joy and hope.

Our six values that you will embody daily as designers of dreams are:

• Create Passionately
• Craft together with joy
• Excel for ultimate luxury
• Lead with audacity
• Cultivate Triumphant inclusivity
• Commit and act to re-enchant the world

Your Impact

Within the Visual Merchandising team, the Visual Merchandising Executive is responsible for providing support to the smooth-running UK VM department, interpreting creative briefs into designs that work for the local market, and overseeing various seasonal product launches and special projects. This role is crucial for ensuring the consistent and high-quality execution of visual merchandising strategies across all points of sale, contributing directly to brand image and sales performance. The holder of this position will work closely with various functional partners, including marketing, sales, creative teams, purchasing, and retail teams.

Day-to-Day Missions

• Support the smooth-running UK VM department.
• Interpret creative briefs into designs that work for the local market, brief the Central Team for feedback, liaise with internal stakeholders, project manage suppliers and respect deadlines.
• Oversee the workflow process of LCP Counter roll‑outs for all animations across the year along with the line manager.
• Ownership of forecasts for all activations along with the line manager.
• Oversee the workflow process of 3Axe sites for all animations across the year.
• Project manage Christmas ad‑hoc projects.
• Manage procurement process & budget to tender projects, liaise with the purchasing team for the best supplier.
• Support on projects where needed and lead logistics (ordering POSM & testers, video content).
• Manage the strategy and implementation for LCP new launches and DTR exclusive pieces.
• Ensure DTR perfection on counter from start to finish.
• Support on installations when there is a new launch.
• Frequently visit London Flagship stores to ensure we are looking as per guidelines.
• Act as point of contact for field VM, leading conversations with the retail teams and field teams, driving continuous improvement from feedback.

Responsibilities outlined in this job description are subject to change based on the company’s needs and ongoing projects.

Inclusivity

Our diverse talents and ideas are our strength. At Parfums Christian Dior, we strive to create a House where everyone feels respected, welcomed, and valued, regardless of their uniqueness. If you require any reasonable adjustments within the application process, please indicate them in your application.

Soft Skills that Align with Our Values

• Excel for Ultimate Luxury
• Attention to detail: Absolutely critical for visual merchandising in a luxury brand to ensure every display is flawless and reflects the brand’s high standards.
• Strategic Thinking: Understanding how visual merchandising contributes to overall business goals, brand image, and customer experience, not just aesthetics.

• Create Passionately
• Creative & Innovative: The ability to constantly generate fresh, engaging, and on‑brand visual concepts to keep displays exciting and relevant.
• Initiative: Proactively identifying opportunities for visual enhancements and proposing solutions without being prompted.

• Craft Together with Joy
• Teamwork & Collaboration: Visual merchandising requires constant coordination with various internal teams (e.g., marketing, sales, store staff) and external suppliers.
• Communication & Interpersonal skills: Clearly articulating visual guidelines, providing feedback, and building strong working relationships.

Hard Skills

• Visual Merchandising Principles: In-depth knowledge of visual merchandising best practices, including display techniques, lighting, signage, and product placement.
• Budget Management: Experience in managing and tracking budgets for visual merchandising initiatives, including procurement and supplier costs.
• Supplier Management: Ability to effectively communicate with, negotiate with, and manage relationships with external suppliers for props, fixtures, and other visual elements.
• Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator)