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The Christian Dior group was formed through successive alliances among companies that, from generation to generation, have successfully combined traditions of excellence and creative passion with a cosmopolitan flair and a spirit of conquest. Together, these companies now make up a powerful, international Group, sharing their expertise with its newer brands and continuing to cultivate the art of growing well while transcending time, without losing their soul or their image of distinction.
Trade Merchandising Trainee
Position
THE CONTEXT ________
Since 1947, the men and women of Parfums Christian Dior have embodied the founding “couturier-perfumer’s” unique spirit of excellence, creativity and expertise, both in France and throughout the world. Our House is an open and highly-focused collective, a leader that thrives on the creativity of all its stakeholders. Our collective passion and our heritage, full of authenticity and dream, make us move forward and reinvent ourselves.
By revolutionizing the codes of French style and luxury through perfumes, and combining tradition with daring makeup and innovative skincare, we are reinventing every day the Dior style and its compelling, joyful and absolute beauty. Our stimulating missions give our employees the opportunity to develop new skills, overcome spectacular challenges and reveal their talent.
To go further, with Dior.
YOUR IMPACT ___________
The Regional Architecture & Trade Merchandising Team is part of the Parfums Christian Dior Orient (PCDO), assisting in an area of 600 point of sales amongst 33 countries and 24 agents in the Middle East, Europe, Africa and India.
Within the Trade Merchandising Team, you will be assisting the team in the creation and design of small retail animations across the region under the guidance of the trade merchandising PM and wider team to ensure an excellent in-store experience as per the Maison standards.
Job responsibilities
YOUR MISSION ____________
As Trade Merchandising Trainee, you will be assisting the Trade Merchandising Project
Manager in driving the design of Trade and VM animations. Your main assignment will be focused on:
• Support in Trade Animations (Off-counter)
– Assist in Design of small popups, animations & events following brand guidelines
– Adaptation of international guidelines, tailoring to local retailer briefs
– Drafting of 2D and 3D models and visuals
– Support on technical packages, review of TDs and details
– Follow up of production, materials selection and quality control
– Creation of bespoke presentations & opening books to guide stakeholders
• Support in VM Animations
– Assisting in the Adaptation of generic VM to bespoke POS windows, animation walls
and spaces
– Assisting in forecasting of elements based on the marketing plan
• Implement Animation Guidelines
– Deployment of retail animations according to the animation / trade marketing plan
– Adaptation international guidelines for local implementation
Profile
WHO YOU ARE _________
• Graduate in Design
• Ability to use CAD packages
• Essential – A knowledge of Sketchup, Photoshop, Illustrator, Office.
• Interest in Retail and Cosmetic Industry.
• Able to communicate in English essential (Written & Verbal)
• French / Arabic is a plus
• A keenness to learn and take initiative.
WHAT CAN WE OFFER ? ___________
• A challenging role in a fast moving, ambitious environment, with daily learning opportunities and passionate team members.
• A competitive package, from compensation, benefits to perks.
• Beyond this role, your development is a pillar of our ambition. Parfums Christian Dior, as part of LVMH, offers a Career perspective with a worldwide presence and continuous growth within 75 distinguished Houses.
The position is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
So, How Far Will You Take Dior?
WISHING TO APPLY? __________
A comprehensive recruitment process involving HR and Management for the role will enable you to receive a full perspective on the opportunity and ambition.
To apply for this job please visit www.dior.com.