Chanel Logistics Manager
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel seeks a Logistics Manager for a 4-month contract at its International Logistics Centre in Le Meux, France—a dynamic role managing operations and teams in luxury beauty distribution.
Role & Responsibilities
- Foster close-proximity management that encourages active listening, team accountability, and progressive autonomy among direct reports
- Develop employee competencies and engagement through structured management cycles including development interviews and training plans, with particular attention to workplace wellbeing
- Plan and oversee team operations to meet logistics objectives by fostering cross-functional versatility and synergies across distribution activities
- Champion organizational and process change initiatives by serving as a field liaison and facilitator for teams transitioning to new systems and procedures
- Deliver regular reporting and structured communication to the Operations Manager on projects, performance results, and operational events
- Lead implementation, testing, and pilot phases while supporting teams in adopting new tools and methodologies
- Monitor performance indicators, analyze variance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives through corrective action plans and project management
Qualifications
- TAM (Technician/Agent de Maîtrise) or Cadre-level education
- Solid foundation in safety and quality management practices
- Demonstrated capability in team leadership or willingness to take a first structured step into management responsibility
- Strong affinity for close-proximity management and team animation
- Proficiency in activity reporting and operational performance tracking
- Proven change management acumen with ability to facilitate organizational transitions
Skills
Experience
First managerial experience or appetite to transition into team management within a logistics or distribution environment; exposure to logistics workflows and operational distribution center activities preferred
Education
TAM (Technician/Agent de Maîtrise) or Cadre-level qualification
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Le Meux, Oise, France, with easy access to Paris.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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