Chaumet Product Development Project Manager

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

• Analyze and assess the feasibility of new product briefs, proposing optimizations and alternatives as needed
• Conduct cost-of-goods analysis to ensure marketing objectives and profitability targets are met
• Identify and anticipate project risks (technical feasibility, costs, timeline) in collaboration with the project team
• Establish optimized development timelines according to standard protocols and project-specific constraints
• Coordinate all project actions and communications with cross-functional stakeholders
• Monitor project lifecycle including schedule adherence, quote analysis, and aesthetic and technical evolution
• Maintain comprehensive project tracking tools and reporting systems; escalate alerts and risks to management
• Lead and align multi-site project teams through regular progress updates and effective cross-functional management
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and partners, including negotiation, sourcing, and development reporting
• Oversee the entire project development cycle with manufacturing workshops from prototype through pre-series validation to launch
• Demonstrate agility and activate appropriate levers to meet project deadlines while maintaining aesthetic, quality, and cost standards
• Identify process improvement opportunities and propose actionable solutions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Product Development Project Manager, ideally in horology and/or high jewelry
• Bachelor's degree (BAC+5) from a business school, engineering school, or equivalent university program
• Fluent English (professional level) required
• Demonstrated ability to lead and align multidisciplinary project teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software preferred
• Strong problem-solving orientation with the ability to anticipate and mitigate project blockers

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a Product Development Project Manager, preferably within the luxury horology and/or high-jewelry sectors.

Education

Bachelor's degree (BAC+5) from a business school, engineering school, or equivalent university program.

Workplace

Benefits

Pleasant working environment within a 25-person team; parking space available.

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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