Yves Saint Laurent Supply Chain Project Manager

Paris • France

Friday, January 3, 2025

Saint Laurent, a prestigious name in luxury fashion, was founded in 1961 and became a pioneer in ready-to-wear luxury with the launch of the 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966. This innovation marked a pivotal moment in fashion modernization, influencing socio-cultural dynamics. Acquired by Kering's luxury division in 1999, Saint Laurent continues to thrive under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016. The brand's offerings span women's and men's ready-to-wear, footwear, bags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Serve as the primary liaison for Supply Chain teams to initiate and manage digital transformation projects.
2. Analyze and align business needs with the global IT roadmap.
3. Ensure project adherence to timelines, budgets, and communication standards.
4. Lead cross-functional teams including developers, IT architects, data analysts, and business process owners.
5. Collaborate closely with Kering Group on multi-brand tool and system deployment.
6. Identify and address major challenges within Supply Chain teams.
7. Propose process and technical solutions.
8. Define medium- and long-term roadmaps.
9. Formalize new requirements with business process owners.
10. Oversee project execution including functional specifications, planning, launch strategy, budget, and issue tracking.
11. Recommend technical solutions aligned with business needs.
12. Manage development team workload and capacity.
13. Ensure quality of functional and technical design of the information system chain.
14. Enhance existing solutions and drive innovation.
15. Facilitate project communication and report to management.
16. Prepare and lead project and executive committees.
17. Document projects, tools, processes, and technological ecosystem.
18. Advocate for best practices and innovative solutions.

1. Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in business or engineering.
2. Minimum 7 years of experience in managing techno-functional projects with strong supply chain knowledge, ideally in retail.
3. Experience deploying at least one supply chain-related tool (WMS, ERP, Distribution, Anaplan, Centric Planning, etc.).

1. Strong understanding of supply chain challenges and issues.
2. Knowledge of available technological solutions.
3. Ability to delve into application functionality for effective tool implementation.
4. Solid project management skills with agile and/or lean methodologies (JIRA & Confluence).
5. Dynamic, curious, organized, rigorous, and proactive.
6. Excellent interpersonal skills and team-oriented mindset.
7. Ability to lead, support, and unify teams.
8. Fluent in English, both spoken and written (technical and conversational).

Minimum 7 years of experience in techno-functional project management with a focus on supply chain, preferably within the retail sector.

Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in business or engineering.

Joining Saint Laurent offers the opportunity to be part of a luxury house that embodies contemporary culture while remaining true to its heritage. Employees benefit from being part of an international luxury group with numerous professional opportunities.

Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. The company believes that diversity in all its forms—gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation—enriches the workplace. This diversity enables individuals to express their talents both individually and collectively, enhancing the company's adaptability in a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, Saint Laurent welcomes and considers applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.