Guerlain Responsible Sourcing and Biodiversity Project Manager

Paris • France

Monday, December 9, 2024

Guerlain, a prestigious name in the realm of luxury perfumes and cosmetics, is part of the esteemed LVMH group. Since its inception in 1828, Guerlain has been synonymous with crafting exceptional and audacious fragrances and beauty products. The brand is currently undergoing a transformative journey to elevate its status as the most iconic high perfumery and cosmetic house, surpassing competition in exclusivity and image.

1. Develop and manage a responsible and ethical sourcing strategy for natural raw materials in collaboration with perfumers, LVMH purchasing teams, and marketing teams.
2. Regularly monitor key performance indicators and analyze discrepancies from set objectives.
3. Oversee measurement and monitoring processes such as UEBT and FFL.
4. Develop and implement action plans, including corrective measures, and optimize them based on feedback.
5. Conduct continuous research to identify innovative raw materials that reduce environmental impact for integration into sourcing.
6. Collaborate with the Purchasing Department to develop a risk analysis matrix for each purchasing category.
7. Support the purchasing team by monitoring social and environmental audits and associated action plans.
8. Track performance indicators for responsible purchasing across categories and propose new approaches to enhance efficiency and impact.
9. Conduct biodiversity diagnostics on production sites and propose associated action plans.
10. Implement biodiversity labels and establish partnerships focused on bee preservation.

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent university degree with a specialization in agronomy.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing responsible purchasing and/or environmental/social certifications.

1. Strong autonomy and organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and tasks proactively.
2. Proficiency in natural material supply chains and related issues; knowledge of beekeeping is a plus.
3. Strong analytical skills with a penchant for numbers, KPI tracking, and synthesis.
4. Agility, curiosity, teamwork, attention to detail, persuasiveness, innovation, and adaptability.
5. Proficiency in French and English, both spoken and written.

Minimum of 5 years in roles focused on responsible purchasing management and/or environmental/social certifications, preferably in the beauty/luxury sector.

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent with specialization in agronomy.

The position offers a hybrid working mode, combining the flexibility of remote work with the collaborative environment of the office.

Guerlain fosters a culture of innovation, exclusivity, and excellence, driven by a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Employees are encouraged to engage in a dynamic and transformative work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.