Zenith Industrialization Project Manager

La Chaux-de-Fonds • Switzerland

Friday, March 7, 2025

Zenith, a distinguished name in the luxury watchmaking industry, is part of the prestigious LVMH Group, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. As an employer, Zenith offers a dynamic and inspiring environment where creativity and precision are at the forefront of its operations.

1. Lead the industrialization of new products, acting as the reference for industrialization tasks within the development flow.
2. Manage the implementation of industrial processes that meet quality criteria for both internal production and subcontracting of components and assemblies.
3. Collaborate with technical and production teams to optimize processes from design to manufacturing and assembly, focusing on design standards, cost efficiency, and product robustness.
4. Conduct industrialization sessions with internal and external partners to meet the expected standards and quality department requirements.
5. Participate in resolving product/process issues by leading the reindustrialization of components or assemblies and steering inter-departmental working groups to define necessary action plans.
6. Facilitate sessions aimed at improving cross-functional processes and support transformation initiatives.
7. Contribute to enhancing industrial performance by reducing waste, non-conformities related to industrialization, and production costs.

1. Engineering degree or equivalent.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the industrialization of high-end movement components.
3. In-depth knowledge of the watchmaking industry is essential.

1. Pragmatic and analytical thinking with the ability to maintain an overarching perspective.
2. Strong leadership and communication skills to unite stakeholders around common objectives.
3. Methodical, rigorous, autonomous, proactive, and organized.
4. Proficiency in CAD software (Creo is a plus) and PLM tools (Windchill is a plus), along with standard office software.
5. Experience with ERP systems and understanding of an enterprise's information flows.

A minimum of 5 years in the industrialization of high-end movement components, with substantial knowledge of the watchmaking industry.

Engineering degree or equivalent.

Zenith offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development within the LVMH Group.

Zenith fosters a culture of innovation and precision, encouraging collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams. Employees are empowered to contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and products, within a supportive and dynamic work environment.