Trainee, Merchandising, Fine Jewelry & Timepieces

Position

Job Title: Trainee, Merchandising, Fine Jewelry & Timepieces

Reports To: Director, Merchandising, Fine Jewelry & Timepieces

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. They will work closely with core and high-end merchandising managers.

Job responsibilities

Merchandising Functions

• Review and support daily and weekly sales reporting, including Excel-based store and business recaps, with tracking against sales targets
• Assist with weekly stock rebalances and consolidations to optimize product coverage
• Partner closely with Retail teams on day-to-day product inquiries and stock requests
• Manage client orders and ensure timely execution and delivery, including confirmed sales, buybacks, and special orders
• Develop a strong understanding of market needs and contribute to competitor analysis
• Support the creation of seasonal launch tools, including launch packs, mappings, and selling materials
• Support domestic and international Jewelry events through the creation of client portfolios and product sheets
• Participate in local FJ&T events as needed, including event preparation, inventory coordination, and onsite support of selling teams
• Contribute ideas and insights to support overall business strategy

Reporting Functions

• Support Merchandising team on weekly reporting and ad-hoc analysis
• Prepare and provide analysis on fast/slow sellers and sell-thru report

Profile

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Strong attention to detail with consistent follow-through
• Excellent organizational skills with a results-driven mindset
• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build meaningful relationships
• Analytical and creative thinker; able to think outside the box when assessing business needs
• Technical aptitude to operate and manage merchandising systems and retail programs
• Flexible and agile; able to adapt quickly to changing business needs and prioritize effectively to maximize time and efficiency

REQUIREMENTS:

• 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
• Full-time, 12-month program from July 2026 through July 2027
• Available to work M-F, 9-6pm, Friday work from home
• Strong knowledge of Excel & PowerPoint, proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs

Additional information

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.