Bvlgari Perfume Operations Director

About Bvlgari

Founded in Rome in 1884, Bvlgari is one of the world’s most distinctive luxury houses, celebrated for its bold Italian creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and mastery of jewellery, watches, accessories, fragrances, and hospitality. As an employer, Bvlgari offers a refined, international environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a culture of excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and client-centric elegance. The Maison values diverse expertise, from artisanal savoir-faire to retail leadership and corporate functions, and encourages professional growth within the wider LVMH ecosystem. Working at Bvlgari means joining a Roman-born brand with a global vision and an enduring passion for beauty.

Role & Responsibilities

• Define and execute the operational strategy of the Perfume Business Unit, translating business objectives into scalable, efficient and sustainable operational plans
• Drive operational excellence across the entire value chain, continuously improving efficiency, service levels, quality and cost performance
• Lead and continuously optimize the end-to-end supply chain, including procurement, compounding, filling, packaging and product distribution
• Oversee production planning and purchasing activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation and alignment between manufacturing capacity and business priorities
• Lead the Packaging Development function to ensure innovative, compliant and operationally feasible product solutions
• Ensure optimal inventory levels, monitor stock quality and ageing, and guarantee material availability to support uninterrupted production and customer service
• Define, govern and ensure the consistent application of quality standards across all manufacturing activities while promoting continuous quality improvement
• Ensure worldwide compliance of products and operational processes with applicable regulatory requirements, enabling successful commercialization across international markets
• Act as Responsible Person for Quality and Safety under the Chinese Cosmetics Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR)
• Oversee product safety assessments and drive the environmental strategy of the Business Unit, ensuring compliance with corporate sustainability objectives
• Lead the end-to-end management of non-conformities, ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions across all operational activities
• Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
• Build organizational capabilities, governance and operational processes that enable sustainable growth and high performance
• Define and drive the Operational Excellence roadmap by identifying strategic improvement opportunities and optimizing end-to-end business processes
• Lead transformation initiatives and ensure successful implementation, adoption and long-term sustainability of organizational and operational changes

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Solid knowledge of chemistry and Quality, Safety, Regulatory and Packaging (QSRP) principles
• Minimum 10 years of experience in senior operations management roles within fragrance, cosmetics, beauty or FMCG industries
• Proven track record of leading complex international operations and driving strategic transformation
• Strong expertise across supply chain and production management
• Strategic vision combined with solid business and financial mindset
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels and translate complex technical topics into clear business recommendations
• Fluency in French and English
• MBA or another advanced business qualification (preferred)

Skills

Experience

Minimum 10 years of significant experience in senior operations management roles within the fragrance, cosmetics, beauty, or FMCG industries, with a proven track record of leading complex international operations, driving strategic transformation, and supporting business growth through operational excellence.

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. An MBA or another advanced business qualification is considered an asset.

Workplace

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding program with team immersion; supportive, dynamic, and collaborative workplace culture; modern break areas with complimentary coffee and beverages; vibrant cafeterias and sunlit terraces; access to B-Clubs (yoga, running, golf, music); multicultural and international environment; attractive pension scheme (LPP) with employer contributions to health insurance premiums and meal expenses; flexible working framework including remote work eligibility with comprehensive IT equipment; free parking for cars and bicycles with electric vehicle charging stations; complimentary shuttle service between Neuchâtel train station and headquarters; access to broad portfolio of training programs (technical, interpersonal, and leadership development).

Culture

Bvlgari fosters a dynamic, multicultural workplace where Italian heritage, Roman creativity, and exceptional craftsmanship shape every aspect of the employee experience. The Maison encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration, and a passion for excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a bold luxury vision across jewelry, watches, fragrances, accessories, and hospitality.

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