The Merchandising Director, Canada, will drive the commercial performance across 10 stores and digital, overseeing all product categories and ensuring the assortment, inventory, and product storytelling are fully integrated into a broader go‑to‑market strategy. This role leads category strategy, owns local buying for Canada, and partners closely with Retail, Supply Chain, Digital, Communications and Finance to unlock growth through product, client insights, and market opportunities.Job responsibilities Market & Category StrategyDefine and execute the Canada merchandising strategy across all product categories, aligned with global brand direction and local market needsOwn seasonal and ongoing category plans: assortment architecture, launch strategy and lifecycle managementTranslate client insights, competitive intelligence, and store feedback into actionable commercial priorities and recommendations to global teamsLead 360° product go‑to‑market planning with Retail, VM, Comms, Digital, Supply Chain, and Retail Learning to ensure flawless execution in stores and onlineOwn the digital trading and e‑merchandising agenda: online assortment, product ranking, navigation, onsite storytelling, and conversion leversPartner with Communications to integrate product priorities into campaigns, press opportunities, influencer, strategies and key moments, ensuring brand consistency and measurable commercial impactPropose Media and Social Media plan to zone partnersDrive post‑launch performance reviews and course‑correct actionsDrive and animate preselling and after‑show wish listInspire and engage the team around all product categoriesBuying, Forecasting & Inventory OptimizationOwn and govern local buying for Canada, including selection, forecasting, and allocation in line with brand guidelines and financial targetsBuild a budget by store and by category in line with the buy balancing permanent and seasonal collectionsBuild business cases for local opportunities (exclusives, local hero products, replenishment depth, regionalized assortments)Lead forecasting and inventory strategy with Supply Chain to maximize availability while protecting stock efficiency and stock healthMonitor performance and lead action plans across sales, margin, sell‑through, stock cover, and agingRebalance the stock to recreate a proper offer to increase sell‑through or end of life sellingManage and develop one direct reportEstablish strong business rhythms (weekly/monthly trading updates, launch readiness, and executive‑level performance reviews)Build strong collaboration routines with store teams to ensure “field‑first” execution and continuous feedback loopsCo‑build trainings and learning programs participating to building product knowledge and launch management skills in our retail teamProfile8–12+ years of merchandising experience (multi‑category preferred), including leadership in a retail market environmentProven track record driving commercial growth across stores and digital; strong understanding of e‑merchandising and tradingExperience owning assortments and forecasts; buying experience strongly preferredStrong cross‑functional leadership with demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and translate product strategy into market impactAnalytical and client‑centric mindset; comfortable with data, storytelling, and executive‑level communicationPeople leadership experience with the ability to develop high‑performing teamsAdditional information The role is based on our Corporate Office in Toronto, ON.Regular travel within Canada for store visits; occasional travel internationally as required.The appointed candidate will be offered an annual salary within the range of $170,000–$210,000 CAD, plus participation in our Corporate Bonus program, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance and AD&D, retirement plans, various paid time off programs, and employee discount/perks.In addition to a generous benefits package, unparalleled career development opportunities, both locally & globally, as an employee at Louis Vuitton, you can expect to be provided with industry leading training.Louis Vuitton is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and recognize the importance of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process. If you require accommodation, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs (please contact our toll‑free hotline at 1‑877‑778‑5463 with any accommodation requests).Please note, we appreciate all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr