Product Development Assistant
Join Christian Dior in Paris as a Product Development Assistant. Contribute to luxury fashion innovation in a dynamic, creative environment.
Overview
Christian Dior Couture, part of the esteemed LVMH Group, is a beacon of luxury and innovation in the fashion industry. Renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and visionary designs, the brand continues to set the standard for elegance and sophistication. As an employer, Dior offers a dynamic and creative environment where talent is nurtured and excellence is celebrated.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor the development of collections and prototypes from initial design to final production.
- Coordinate prototypes between the Paris headquarters and Italian factories, managing daily communications and logistics.
- Ensure product compliance upon receipt and update the database accordingly.
- Standardize products and oversee material validation processes.
- Draft and update collection plans with technical information.
- Create tracking tools to optimize departmental workflows.
- Generate summary documents for management detailing product specifications, materials, and variations.
- Conduct competitive analyses on forms, materials, trends, and techniques.
- Perform legal studies to ensure model validity and protection.
- Collaborate daily with the creative studio, merchandising, press, and Italian teams.
- Participate in internal meetings for product selection, research, and merchandising.
- Organize and oversee logistics for fashion shows, showrooms, and events, ensuring model compliance and assisting with packaging and transport.
- Prepare and update look lists for fashion shows and presentations.
- Manage budget tracking and update financial spreadsheets.
- Analyze production references by collection.
Qualifications
- Previous relevant professional experience is mandatory.
- Strong knowledge of footwear.
- Sensitivity to the luxury and fashion industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Basic skills in InDesign and Illustrator.
- Fluency in English and basic proficiency in Italian.
- Attention to detail, organizational skills, and dynamism.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level experience required, ideally in a similar role.
Education
Relevant educational background in fashion, design, or a related field is preferred.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of creativity, excellence, and innovation, where employees are encouraged to push boundaries and redefine luxury. The brand values collaboration and offers a supportive environment where talents can thrive and contribute to the legacy of Dior.