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Louis Vuitton Americas is seeking a Director of Pop-up Production, you will be accountable for the build, planning, drawing review, production and installation of all pop-ups across the zone.

This role will be responsible for the design development, project communication, budget management, installation, quality control, project reporting, and removal of all pop-ups.

They will also be expected to ensure the layout and design of such retail spaces, comply with all building code and pre‑scribed inspection requirements.

This role will need to share regular project updates and is expected to be executive facing with at least 8‑10 years of relative experience.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop designs in partnership with the pop-up team in Paris headquarters and the head of Visual Merchandising in LVA.
• Coordinate retail requirements with internal partners such as IS&T, Asset Protection, Retail Operations, and local Visual Merchandising teams.
• Project reporting to key stakeholders, including the head of retail, regional retail, and operations teams, finance and VM.
• Manage the shop drawings to ensuring all front of house and back of house areas are code compliant for the respective region/market/state.
• Manage project timing, budget and execution while ensuring output is within the Louis Vuitton standard and launch dates.
• Oversee all quality control of build outs, animation, and exterior signage.
• Review and comply with Real Estate lease requirements in all external space.
• Negotiate to ensure cost efficiency on all elements while respecting quality of a luxury retail space.
• Regularly bid projects to multiple suppliers to manage cost efficiency.
• Anticipate required materials to protect surfaces and finishes of leased or borrowed spaces.
• Remain open and agile to design evolution and impact to overall production and spend.
• Coordinate with landlords and mall partners when working within larger retail centers.
• Questions ways of operating and thinking.
• Execute action plans to improve processes, methods, and tools.
• Plan and organize new pop-up launches and end of life product strategies in collaboration with various departments.
• Propose out of the box ideas which relate to projects at hand.

Decision Making

• Identify opportunities of production and cost efficiency.
• React to supplier feedback and build out limitations.
• Drive for results and decision making.

• Experience & Education: Minimum of 8‑10 years of experience in architectural design or a closely related field, supported by an Architectural Design degree or equivalent professional qualification. Store Planning experience is a plus.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Vendor Management: Demonstrated self‑starter with proven ability to manage and coordinate multiple vendors and suppliers effectively.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, including the ability to accurately read and verify shop drawings.
• Operational Acumen: Ability to identify and implement operational efficiencies for cost optimization.
• Financial Skills: Strong command of Microsoft Excel for budget management.
• Language: Multilingual capabilities are a plus.
• Availability: Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is essential.

The appointed candidate will be offered a salary within the range of USD $160,000–$180,000 annually, plus the opportunity for a bonus, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, and two retirement plans, both with employer contributions.

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