Chanel Development & Industrialization Engineer - Metal Components

Chanel, a paragon of luxury and sophistication, is renowned for its haute couture, ready-to-wear collections, and an extensive range of high-end products including leather goods, accessories, and fragrances. As part of a prestigious conglomerate, Chanel is committed to exceptional craftsmanship and innovation, offering a dynamic environment that fosters creativity and excellence.

1. Coordinate the development and industrialization of metal components in collaboration with French manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
2. Support the studio and manufacturers in the development of metal components based on design briefs.
3. Collaborate with Leather Goods Product Managers to make optimal technical decisions, anticipating quality and industrialization challenges.
4. Conduct risk analyses with manufacturers and a defined supplier panel, ensuring risk mitigation in collaboration with Product Managers.
5. Serve as the primary contact for manufacturers regarding the appropriation and industrialization of metal components.
6. Manage the validation process of production samples and assign validation responsibilities within the PLM system.
7. Oversee the progress of production sample validations and distribute weekly internal updates.
8. Participate in defining quality control tolerance thresholds for metal components.
9. Assist manufacturers and suppliers in resolving production quality alerts using MRP methods.
10. Prepare weekly reports on industrial and quality issue resolutions.
11. Contribute to Business Review preparations within the scope of responsibility.

1. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design (Bac+5) with at least 5 years of experience in metal component development and industrialization, ideally in luxury leather goods.
2. Proficiency in French and Italian, both written and spoken.

1. Problem-solving and priority management skills.
2. Teamwork, autonomy, and meticulousness.
3. Proficiency in PLM, Rhino, or other 3D software.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Power BI is advantageous.

A minimum of 5 years in the development and industrialization of metal components, preferably within the luxury leather goods sector.

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design (Bac+5).

Opportunities for professional growth and diverse career paths in a company that values individuality and diversity.

Chanel fosters a culture of independence and creativity, placing a strong emphasis on human-centric values. The company is dedicated to excellence while nurturing the personal and professional development of its employees. Chanel values diversity and is committed to equitable treatment of all candidates.