Wear It Out NYC: Visual Merchandising Administrator Louis Vuitton

Job Details

Company name: Louis Vuitton

Function: Administration

Location: New York City, United States

Posted: 20 Aug 2014

Level: Executive / Coordinator

Type of contract: Full-time

Reference: LMH-BOF-00498

About Us

Louis Vuitton, a trunk-maker in Paris since 1854, became a legend in the art of travel by creating luggage, bags and accessories as innovative as they were elegant and practical.

A century and a half later, the legend lives on. Strengthened by its international renown, the legend is embodied by the Monogram canvas, which has enjoyed unrivalled success since 1896 and played a starring role in the development of modern luxury. Innovation shapes the story of Louis Vuitton.

Always leading the avant-garde of fashion without compromising traditional craftsmanship, Louis Vuitton is now active in other creative spheres: ready-to-wear, shoes, watches and jewelry. Under the artistic direction of Marc Jacobs, the new collections met with immediate success and renown.

Innovation at Louis Vuitton is blended with tradition. The House is associated with major events which reflect its passion for excellence.

The Louis Vuitton Classic is the event of the year for automobile collectors from all over the world, while the Louis Vuitton Cup decides the challenger for the America's Cup, the most prestigious trophy in international yachting.

In January 2009, Louis Vuitton continued is longstanding relationship with the world of sailing at the highest level, organizing the Louis Vuitton Pacific Series, a friendly match racing event.

Continually expanding, Louis Vuitton today boasts 17 production workshops, an international logistics center, and exclusive shops worldwide.

Job Description

Working within the Visual Merchandising team, your responsibilities will include

Invoicing:
- Responsible for SAP process for entire LVA VM network
- Communicate with vendors and field VM Team on payment/invoicing
- Log invoices and address discrepancies accordingly based on original estimates
- Work with AP to troubleshoot non-payments or to expedite payments

Customs and Proforma:

- Collaborate with windows manager, props coordinator, and logistics to ensure timely clearance of VM props
- Create proformas to clear VM shipments for Canada, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda

VM Budget Management:
- Bi-weekly meeting with financial planner & VM Director to monitor budget
- Communicate with different entities for budget alignment
- Prepare budget presentations to share with VP of Merchandising and VM Director

Distribution:
- Assist windows manager on creation of distribution lists for window kits and elements
- Distribution of window samples to vendors/field team
- Consolidating window orders for LVA network

The Ideal Candidate

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel necessary
Some experience of budget monitoring/accounting needed
Someone extremely organized and methodical

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