Francis Kurkdjian Operations Project Buyer

Paris • France

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Maison Francis Kurkdjian, a distinguished member of the LVMH group, is a renowned name in the luxury fragrance industry. Established in 2009, the brand is celebrated for its exquisite collection of perfumes, crafted with the utmost precision and adherence to the traditions of French perfumery. As part of the LVMH conglomerate, Maison Francis Kurkdjian benefits from a rich heritage of luxury and innovation, offering its employees a dynamic environment to develop their skills and talents. The company is committed to inclusivity and diversity, ensuring a workplace where all individuals can thrive.

1. Oversee procurement of concentrates, packaging, and industrial subcontracting with a focus on ongoing project launches.
2. Ensure project security through effective purchasing strategies, balancing quality, cost, timelines, innovation, and CSR commitments.
3. Manage purchasing schedules, costs, and quality standards, acting as a key liaison with suppliers and coordinating with Development, Industrialization, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.
4. Lead procurement of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging, and industrial subcontracting to enhance performance, quality, and sustainable value creation.
5. Define and implement purchasing strategies, including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contracting, cost optimization, and risk management.
6. Structure and manage supplier and subcontractor panels in alignment with Group Purchasing coordination, meeting technical, qualitative, industrial, regulatory, and supply chain requirements.
7. Initiate and manage tenders, set target prices, and secure production capacities in the context of product launches and upscale initiatives.
8. Partner with Packaging Development from initial brief to market launch, ensuring cost, timeline, quality, and brand image objectives are met.
9. Manage product range with a focus on continuous improvement in economic performance, quality, innovation, industrial robustness, and sustainability.
10. Implement value analysis and cost optimization throughout the product lifecycle.
11. Monitor purchasing performance through key indicators, conduct Business Reviews, and implement continuous improvement plans with partners.
12. Propose CSR initiatives and support the deployment of the brand's commitments with suppliers and subcontractors.
13. Maintain commercial and strategic relationships with industrial partners.
14. Collaborate closely with laboratory, packaging development, supply, planning, finance, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure smooth project execution and controlled market launches.

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or packaging purchasing, preferably in luxury, fragrance, or cosmetics sectors.

1. Proficiency in purchasing processes from strategy definition to negotiation, contracting, and supplier management.
2. Strong analytical skills for data-driven cost and performance optimization.
3. Extensive project management experience, budget management, and purchasing performance tracking.
4. High sensitivity to sustainability and CSR issues, with the ability to integrate these into purchasing decisions and supplier management.
5. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, team spirit, organizational skills, and adaptability in a demanding, matrix environment.
6. Collaborative work style with effective coordination across cross-functional teams.
7. Deep understanding of luxury, fragrance, and cosmetics industry codes, with professionalism and ethics in industrial and supplier relations.
8. Fluency in French and English.

Minimum of 5 years in industrial or packaging purchasing, ideally within the luxury, fragrance, or cosmetics sectors.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian offers a hybrid working model, fostering a balance between professional and personal life, and is committed to providing equal opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian prides itself on fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, deeply rooted in the traditions of French luxury. The company values diversity and inclusivity, creating a supportive environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential. As part of the LVMH group, the brand benefits from a rich heritage and a commitment to sustainable and ethical practices.