New Product Distribution Manager - Ready to Wear & Shoes

About the role

As a key member of the Supply Chain team, you will oversee the launch, distribution, and flow of new products across the Americas zone. This role requires a strategic, detail-oriented professional with strong analytical and organizational skills who can ensure timely and accurate delivery of product to maximize sales potential while supporting the Maison’s image and retail objectives. You will partner with Merchandising, Logistics, and Retail teams to ensure the seamless execution of new product launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution strategies for new product launches across RTW & Shoes, ensuring alignment with merchandising priorities and retail strategies.
• Execute complex allocation strategies within the system for seasonal collections and high-demand product to ensure precision and timeliness.
• Oversee timelines for launch calendar to ensure smooth delivery to stores and clients.
• Monitor sales, stock coverage, and replenishment needs post-launch to optimize sell-through.
• Generate reports and analyses on launch performance, highlighting key successes and opportunities.
• Support continuous optimization of distribution flows through system enhancements and new processes.
• Partner with Supply Chain counterparts to ensure cohesive, 360-transveral launches.
• Collaborate with Merchandising to translate buy decisions into accurate distribution plans.
• Provide support for Retail to ensure new product is available for store openings, events, and client activations with tailored distribution strategies.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to streamline distribution workflows.
• Maintain agility to respond to last-minute adjustments in stock needs, event demands, and market dynamics.
• Support ad hoc projects and special initiatives across the RTW & Shoes categories.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of experience in distribution, allocation, or supply chain, with a proven track record of managing complex product flows in a luxury or fashion environment. A deep understanding of the luxury retail landscape, particularly with expertise in Ready-to-Wear (RTW) and Shoes, is highly valued.

Skills

• Strong analytical capabilities, able to translate complex business results into actionable strategies.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and SQL is required; experience with Python is a significant plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong ownership of work, ensuring accuracy and thorough follow-through.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Various paid time off programs.
• Employee discount/perks.
• Two retirement plans, both with employer contributions.
• Unparalleled career development opportunities, both locally and globally.
• Industry-leading training offering in-depth insight into the luxury and retail environment.

Pay

USD $100,000 to $120,000 per year.

Schedule

4 days per week on site in the Louis Vuitton Corporate Office, located in Midtown, Manhattan.