Chanel International Transport and Customs Manager

Le Meux • France

Monday, May 26, 2025

Chanel, a revered name in luxury fashion and beauty, is part of a global conglomerate renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As an employer, Chanel offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and individuality are celebrated. The company is dedicated to sustainability and continuous improvement, providing employees with opportunities to contribute to impactful projects.

1. Oversee daily transport and customs operations, ensuring adherence to timelines, cost efficiency, quality standards, and safety protocols.
2. Develop and implement real-time solutions to address daily operational challenges, leveraging a network of internal and external contacts.
3. Maintain seamless communication with all stakeholders, both internal and external.
4. Define strategic KPIs to monitor and enhance transport performance.
5. Manage crisis situations effectively.
6. Represent Chanel Parfums Beauté in dealings with transporters and customs authorities.
7. Participate in the negotiation and implementation of contracts with transport providers, in collaboration with indirect procurement.
8. Ensure high-quality relationships with partners to meet excellence standards.
9. Supervise the management of key partner relationships, including KPI tracking and regular business reviews.
10. Advocate for Chanel Parfums Beauté on transport and customs issues internally and with external partners.
11. Contribute to the strategic positioning of the company's logistics activities.
12. Manage a team of approximately ten employees, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, security, and environmental policies.
13. Foster professional development and skill acquisition among team members.
14. Conduct active market, regulatory, and technological monitoring to propose and deploy transport and customs operation optimization projects.
15. Ensure maintenance of current certifications (e.g., AEO, Authorized Transporter) by managing corresponding action plans.

1. Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac+5 in Business, Engineering, or a related field with significant experience in transport, logistics, and international trade.

1. Extensive experience (approximately 10 years) in a similar role within an international and multimodal ecosystem or the transport sector.
2. Proficiency in multimodal transport and regulations related to international trade and hazardous materials.
3. In-depth knowledge of customs procedures.
4. Experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
5. Fluency in English in an international environment.
6. Proficiency in IT tools and logistics management systems.
7. Leadership, analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, compromise management, and effective communication.

Approximately 10 years in a similar position within an international and multimodal ecosystem or the transport sector.

Bachelor's degree equivalent to Bac+5 in Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Chanel offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Chanel fosters a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. Employees are encouraged to express their individuality and creativity while contributing to the company's sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.