Christian Lavergne

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Christian Lavergne

Founder & Managing Director

Current Location

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Christian is available for work

MANAGING DIRECTOR, SVP PROCUREMENT – SECTORS: LUXURY & FASHION RETAIL BRAND & REVENUE GROWTH ~ OMNICHANNEL MERCHANDISING EXPERTISE~ ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP Summary of Qualifications Accomplished global retail executive with 25+ years of experience in leading buying and merchandising functions, enterprise wide transformations, and omnichannel customer experience to drive product and assortment tactics, sales goals, and brand affinity across leading luxury and fashion retailers. Cross-functional relationship builder who directs vision and strategy across complex brand portfolios to unify teams towards a common goal while cultivating a collaborative environment, inspiring high-performing teams, and monitoring KPI progress. Analytical & insightful leader who leverages a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, target consumer needs, and market trends to maximize product relevance, customer engagement, and business profitability (profit and loss).

  • Brands Christian has worked with
    • The Fashion Architects, TFA Retail Consulting DWC-LLC
    • Ralph Lauren APAC – Omnichannel
    • Lane Crawford
    • Holt Renfrew & Co. Ltd., Selfridges Group
    • Browns Shoes Shops, Inc.
    • HUGO BOSS FASHIONS, INC.
    • Hermès of Paris, Inc.
    • Escada USA, Inc.
  • Christian's past titles
    • Co Managing Director
    • Vice President
    • General Merchandise Manager
    • SENIOR BUYER – WOMEN'S DESIGNER & BRANDED FOOTWEAR COLLECTIONS
    • Senior Buyer
    • Senior Sales Account Executive
    • Senior Merchandise Manager
    • Senior Sales Account Executive
Work Preference
Location Preference

Open to relocation

Work Pattern

Open to Full-time work

Employment Preference
  • Permanent Positions
  • Freelance Assignments
Experience

FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR

The Fashion Architects, TFA Retail Consulting DWC-LLC

Jan 2017 - Now

Create, manage, and lead a micro-multinational management consulting firm specializing in brand and business developments, trading, marketing, and communications strategies across luxury premium and l...

VICE PRESIDENT BRAND LEAD – BUYING, PLANNING, & ALLOCATION

Ralph Lauren APAC – Omnichannel

Jul 2014 - Aug 2016

Developed, managed, and guided both vision and retail strategy for two categories, Ralph Lauren Luxury Portfolio and Polo Ralph Lauren Childrenswear & Accessories Collections, across 13 countries. Ove...

GENERAL MERCHANDISE MANAGER LADIES SHOES, HANDBAGS & ACC- PEDDER GROUP

Lane Crawford

Apr 2012 - Jun 2014

Expanded and directed the international multi-brand merchandise portfolio and investment strategies for eight physical stores and two e-commerce platforms. Led and coached a team of 13 employees to de...

SENIOR BUYER – WOMEN'S DESIGNER & BRANDED FOOTWEAR COLLECTIONS

Holt Renfrew & Co. Ltd., Selfridges Group

Apr 2006 - Apr 2012

Headed buying and management for all women's designer and branded footwear businesses across nine stores. Conceived a new vision and merchandising strategy for Holt Renfrew in launching their corporat...

Senior Buyer

Browns Shoes Shops, Inc.

Dec 2002 - Apr 2006

  • Merchandising

    (Advanced)

  • Merchandise Planning

    (Advanced)

  • Product Development

    (Advanced)

  • Open to Buy Management

    (Advanced)

  • Retail Buying

    (Advanced)

  • Trend Research

    (Advanced)

  • Trend Analysis

    (Advanced)

  • Fashion Buying

    (Advanced)

English

Fluent

French

Native

Italian

Basic

Not specified.

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