Chaumet IT Finance Lead

About Chaumet

Founded in Paris in 1780 and historically appointed jeweller to Empress Joséphine, Chaumet embodies more than two centuries of exceptional savoir-faire in high jewellery, watchmaking and the art of tiaras. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage, creativity and technical excellence converge, inviting teams to contribute to creations that balance imperial legacy with contemporary elegance. Within the LVMH group, Chaumet provides opportunities to develop in métiers spanning craftsmanship, design, retail, client experience and corporate functions, while fostering precision, cultural sensitivity and a deep respect for transmission. Its employees join a house where beauty, innovation and Parisian distinction are cultivated with enduring purpose.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collect, challenge, analyze, and prioritize evolution requirements from finance end-users; co-author the IT Finance roadmap with business stakeholders and contribute to annual N+1 budget planning
• Lead monthly demand management reviews with all stakeholders, monitoring service levels and alignment with organizational objectives
• Establish and track project schedules and budgets; define and allocate IT resources; secure business stakeholder commitment and engagement
• Animate project committees and steering governance; identify, assess, and escalate project risks, dependencies, and alerts
• Coordinate workshops, status reports, communications, and activities necessary for solution implementation and deployment
• Lead finance initiatives within cross-functional group projects including S/4HANA deployments, new retail services, and group-level integrations
• Guide business teams through ideation, testing, and production phases with pedagogical and pragmatic support; maintain knowledge governance including knowledge updates, onboarding training, documentation, and operational procedures
• Ensure application portfolio stability through reactive incident management, continuous improvement implementation, and test automation governance
• Verify compliance with publisher guidelines, group standards, and security, integration, and infrastructure requirements
• Manage OPEX budgets encompassing licensing and maintenance; facilitate vendor, integrator, and LVMH group tool manager committees
• Collaborate across peer IT Finance leadership roles within Watches & Jewelry houses and broader LVMH organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree +4/5 or equivalent (engineering school, business school, or comparable qualification)
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a functional IT project manager in the Finance domain; luxury sector experience valued
• Demonstrable expertise in SAP systems, particularly FI and CO modules; S/4HANA experience preferred
• Strong understanding of finance business processes, priorities, and operational challenges
• Knowledge of IT architecture and the functional scope of applications integrated with or adjacent to SAP
• Proven leadership and ability to federate cross-functional teams (internal and external)
• Fluency in both French and English in an international context

Skills

Experience

Minimum 8 years of experience as a functional IT project manager focused on finance systems; luxury sector background is advantageous.

Education

Bachelor's degree +4/5 or equivalent qualification (engineering school, business school, or comparable program).

Workplace

Culture

Chaumet offers a refined workplace culture rooted in Parisian elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and the heritage of Place Vendôme. As an employer, the Maison values precision, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire, fostering an environment where teams contribute to enduring luxury while collaborating with discretion, passion, and excellence.

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