Chanel Product Industrialization Manager
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 Product Industrialization Manager in Compiègne, France for a one-year contract role launching new skincare products.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead industrialization studies and feasibility analyses for new skincare and toiletries products, identifying and mitigating technical, quality, safety, and timeline risks
- Analyze product briefs and present findings to industrial teams; estimate manufacturing costs and develop action plans to address identified risks
- Coordinate and oversee all industrialization activities from initiation through production launch, ensuring timely product availability and adherence to project milestones
- Plan, execute, and analyze industrial trials on packaging lines; document and update production parameters in SAP and Team Center systems
- Chair and participate in regular project meetings with cross-functional stakeholders; maintain and communicate industrialization timelines and progress
Qualifications
- Engineering degree or university-level qualification with a strong foundation in production or product development
- Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams
- Proven listening, communication, and leadership skills across all organizational levels
- Excellent organizational and planning capabilities; strong initiative and solution-oriented mindset
Skills
Experience
Ideally 1–3 years of professional experience in a production unit or product development environment, demonstrating understanding of development challenges and sensitivity to industrial constraints.
Education
Engineering degree or equivalent university-level qualification.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Compiègne, 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.
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