Francis Kurkdjian Industrialization Project Manager

Paris • France

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Maison Francis Kurkdjian, established in 2009, is a prestigious fragrance house known for its unique collection of perfumes crafted with the utmost dedication to the traditions of French perfumery. As a member of the LVMH group and the Comité Colbert, the brand is committed to excellence and innovation. It offers its employees stimulating opportunities to develop new skills and tackle significant challenges.

1. Lead and execute all trials and pre-series industrial tests to validate technical aspects and optimize processes before commercial production.
2. Identify validation points through pre-series industrial tests and analyze results.
3. Provide expertise to the Product Development team to anticipate industrialization challenges early in the project timeline.
4. Draft and validate packaging protocols and component specifications with internal teams and external partners.
5. Implement continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency gains with subcontractors.
6. Propose packaging improvements to enhance conditioning performance and reduce environmental impact.
7. Serve as the liaison between Development, Planning, Quality, Purchasing teams, and subcontractors to anticipate conditioning challenges.
8. Facilitate meetings surrounding pre-series industrial tests and ensure action plans are implemented.

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent (BAC+5).
2. 5-8 years of project management experience, ideally in the cosmetics industry.
3. Knowledge of packaging materials and conditioning lines.
4. Experience in industrial and conditioning site operations is preferred.

1. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
2. Ability to work in a project mode with various departments and unify teams around common goals.
3. Client-oriented approach.
4. Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken.

Minimum of 5 years in project management, preferably within the cosmetics industry.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent (BAC+5).

The position offers a hybrid working model and is open to individuals with disabilities.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian fosters an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, and all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. The company is a signatory of the 'Charte de l’Autre Cercle', promoting diversity and inclusion as essential elements for employee fulfillment.