- Location
- Pforzheim Baden-Württemberg Germany
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Christian Dior Couture seeks a full-time Quality and Continuous Improvement Officer in Pforzheim on a fixed-term contract. The role leads continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing and cross-functional projects, and supports data-driven management with dashboards and performance reviews.
Role & Responsibilities
- Identify improvement opportunities across the entire value chain.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
- Advance process standardization and simplification.
- Promote best practices across locations.
- Lead cross-functional projects from concept through implementation.
- Monitor project plans, milestones, deliverables, and reporting.
- Remove obstacles and ensure implementation.
- Create dashboards and visual management tools.
- Support management with data-driven decision-making.
- Coordinate regular performance reviews.
Qualifications
- Very good German and English language skills.
- A master's degree and at least 3 years of professional experience in the metal or jewelry industry, or a bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of professional experience in the metal or jewelry industry.
- Experience leading cross-functional projects.
- Experience in continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing.
- Knowledge of quality control, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving methods.
- Strong understanding of industrial processes.
- Experience in an international environment.
- SAP knowledge is an advantage.
Skills
Experience
At least 3 years with a master's degree, or at least 8 years with a bachelor's degree, in the metal or jewelry industry.
Education
Master's degree or bachelor's degree, as applicable to the experience pathway.
Workplace
This position is based in Pforzheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
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Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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