- Location
- Verneuil-en-Halatte Hauts-de-France France
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 18, 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 Product Manager to oversee the conception and industrialization of a leather goods portfolio across 6–8 collections annually. The role spans from initial creative briefing through production launch, encompassing product design validation, material and component specifications, cross-functional team coordination, production planning, quality assurance, and continuous process improvements at the Verneuil-en-Halatte manufacturing facility.
Role & Responsibilities
- Pilot product conception from aesthetic requirements through showroom delivery, including design illustration validation and material/component sign-off for retail sessions
- Ensure timely delivery of product deliverables at Price and Collection Review milestones
- Constitute and lead cross-functional project teams to mitigate product risks in collaboration with Development partners
- Propose production timelines that balance quality, delivery, and cost objectives
- Animate transverse project teams to optimize production conditions
- Develop alternative solutions throughout the process to maintain initial targets and resolve bottlenecks
- Propose and implement actions to enhance quality, reduce lead times, minimize manufacturing costs, and develop organizational agility
- Lead and drive the data capitalization chain from production, after-sales service, and other sources
Qualifications
- Master's degree (Bac+5) from a Business School or Engineering institution
- Significant experience in luxury leather goods and accessories development or production
- Deep knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes
- Strong fashion sensibility and exceptional project management capabilities
- Proven leadership and proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for product excellence
- Demonstrated reactivity and adaptability to rapid fashion cycles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PLM systems, graphic design software, and CAD
- English and Italian proficiency preferred
Skills
Experience
Significant professional experience in luxury leather goods or accessories development and production, demonstrating thorough understanding of product conception, material selection, component sourcing, manufacturing processes, and production logistics.
Education
Master's degree (Bac+5) from a Business School or Engineering institution.
Workplace
The role is situated in Verneuil-en-Halatte, Hauts-de-France, France — conveniently close to Paris.
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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
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