Chanel Product Development and Quality Assurance Specialist

Paris • France

Monday, January 6, 2025

Chanel, a paragon of luxury and elegance, was founded by Gabrielle Chanel and has since become synonymous with high fashion and timeless style. As part of its commitment to excellence, Chanel offers a wide array of high-end creations, including Haute Couture, Prêt-à-Porter, leather goods, accessories, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics, skincare, jewelry, and watches. The brand is renowned for its dedication to exceptional craftsmanship and has acquired numerous specialized suppliers and artisans, many of whom are housed at the 19M in Paris. Chanel values creativity and places a strong emphasis on nurturing the unique talents of its team members.

1. Assist the Product Development Manager and Standardization Officers in model standardization while adhering to the desired style.
2. Support manufacturers in overcoming production challenges up to the Technical Data Sheet stage.
3. Address quality anomalies reported by the distribution center on production pieces.
4. Implement methods and tools for Chanel's standards and quality requirements.
5. Organize and prepare technical meetings and fitting sessions.
6. Communicate directly with manufacturers, providing feedback and instructions for adjustments.
7. Ensure adherence to timelines for standardization validation in collaboration with Production Management.
8. Validate nomenclature, labeling, and packaging compliance for submissions.
9. Transmit necessary elements to the Quality Manager in Italy for series head validation.
10. Participate in collection meetings and related discussions.
11. Apply Chanel's standards and quality tools for finished products.

1. Degree in Fashion Design, Textile School, or equivalent.

1. Proficiency in computer tools, with PLM as a plus.
2. Discipline, rigor, dynamism, and teamwork.
3. Strong desire to learn and excellent interpersonal intelligence.
4. Pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
5. Italian language proficiency is a plus.

Relevant experience in product development or quality assurance within the fashion industry is preferred.

Degree in Fashion Design, Textile School, or equivalent.

Chanel offers a dynamic environment that fosters excellence and personal growth, with opportunities for career advancement and diverse career paths. The company values diversity and is committed to equitable treatment of all candidates.

Chanel is an independent fashion house that places people at the center of its operations. The brand cultivates a culture of excellence while encouraging the personal and professional development of its employees. Chanel is committed to diversity and values the unique contributions of each team member, believing that this diversity enriches the organization.