Francis Kurkdjian Assistant Product Manager Collections

About Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and Marc Chaya, renowned for translating emotion, craftsmanship and modern French elegance into exceptional scents. As part of the LVMH ecosystem, the Maison offers employees the intimacy of an entrepreneurial creative atelier with the reach and standards of a global luxury leader. Its culture values artistic excellence, precision, client devotion and collaboration across métiers, from creation and retail to communications and operations. For professionals inspired by beauty and innovation, it provides a refined environment where talent contributes to an exacting, poetic vision of contemporary perfumery.

Role & Responsibilities

• Co-pilot strategic projects alongside product managers on new product development, limited editions, and innovative concepts (KCP, seasonal collections, home fragrances, art of giving)
• Track and validate creative assets, collaborate on design direction with partner agencies, and manage G Box platform coordination
• Coordinate production of prototypes, packshots, and 3D visuals; challenge agencies and ensure deliverable consistency across retail, e-retail, and packaging channels
• Organize logistics for key meetings (creative direction meetings, LVMH boards, business reviews) with presentation of new collections and flagship products
• Manage domestic and international package shipments for product photography, events, and subsidiary branches
• Support order management and inventory tracking across the full product lifecycle
• Actively participate in event organization including tax-free events, presentation salons, and travel retail launches
• Respond rapidly to urgent requests from retail and e-retail teams to ensure last-minute operation success
• Update and enrich product catalog and strategic documents
• Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking to inform and inspire future launches
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions with ideas on new universes, concepts, and formats
• Participate in franchise kick-off preparation and packaging trend monitoring to drive strategic recommendations

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in BAC+4/BAC+5 level education (business school, IAE, university, or equivalent)
• First experience appreciated in product, marketing, development, or coordination environments
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
• Collaborative mindset with comfort working cross-functionally across agencies, subsidiaries, and internal teams
• Proficiency with standard office tools and project management software; analytical capability and competitive monitoring aptitude
• Curiosity, creativity, and strong initiative-taking orientation
• Operational English proficiency

Skills

Experience

Entry-level; first experience in product, marketing, development, or coordination environments is appreciated but not required.

Education

Currently enrolled in or recently completed BAC+4/BAC+5 level education (business school, IAE, university, or equivalent).

Workplace

Culture

Maison Francis Kurkdjian cultivates a refined, creative workplace where olfactory artistry, precision, and innovation are central to every role. As part of the luxury fragrance world, it offers an environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and a deep sensitivity to beauty, detail, and client experience.

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