- Experience: 15+ years of visual display and merchandising experience within a luxury or specialty retail environment, with proven executive leadership experience.
- Creative Vision: Exceptional strategic planning, organizational, creative, and artistic vision.
- Trend Translation: Proven ability to translate high-fashion design trends into compelling store windows and immersive retail environments.
- Communication: Sophisticated executive communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Financial Acumen: Strong financial acumen and budget management capabilities.
- Leadership & Training: Demonstrated ability to develop and train retail leadership teams and build cross-functional relationships.
- Brand Alignment: Comprehensive understanding of the Christian Dior brand image and luxury codes.
- Travel: Ability to travel extensively as needed to support regional stores.