Hermès Footwear Production Coordinator

Paris • France

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Hermès, a prestigious French maison established in 1837, is renowned for its craftsmanship and high-quality products. As a family-owned and independent enterprise, Hermès employs nearly 20,000 individuals worldwide. The company is driven by a spirit of entrepreneurship and a commitment to excellence, fostering freedom and autonomy through responsible management. Hermès is dedicated to preserving exceptional savoir-faire, deeply rooted in respect for people and nature, which is the source of its exquisite materials. The brand's creativity is fueled by fifteen artisanal métiers, with collections showcased in over 300 stores globally.

1. Initiate purchase orders for finished products according to initial planning.
2. Develop supplier schedules based on sales, capacity constraints, and commercial priorities.
3. Ensure the feasibility of planning with supply, development, and industrialization teams, conducting weekly follow-ups.
4. Validate and implement initial planning scenarios with manufacturers.
5. Insert manufacturers' packing lists and replan weekly.
6. Identify and develop solutions to prioritize delivery decisions.
7. Monitor action plans to ensure productive capacities.
8. Prepare weekly production meetings.
9. Conduct regular check-ins with manufacturers to track production and visit manufacturers in Italy.
10. Cancel purchase orders in the ERP at the end of the season.
11. Manage supplier performance each season.
12. Measure and drive service rate achievement.
13. Organize and lead production meetings using KPIs.
14. Contribute to continuous improvement in planning processes and potentially lead cross-functional projects.
15. Resolve logistical anomalies and support invoice control for discrepancies.

1. Degree in engineering or business school.
2. 2 to 3 years of experience in production/planning.
3. Proficiency in Italian is highly desired.
4. Knowledge of footwear is an advantage.

1. Strong organizational skills and priority management.
2. Analytical and synthesis capabilities.
3. Result-oriented with attention to detail.
4. Autonomy, responsiveness, and excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Proactive and innovative mindset.
6. Proficiency in IT tools (EXCEL, Power BI, and ERP).

Candidates should possess 2 to 3 years of experience in production or planning, preferably within the footwear industry.

Degree in engineering or business school.

The role includes travel to Italy once or twice a month.

Hermès is committed to ethical practices, diversity, and inclusion, offering a human-centric work environment that values each employee's contribution.