Francis Kurkdjian Supply Chain Procurement Manager

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

• Oversee all procurement activities, manage purchase orders with suppliers according to stock targets and delivery deadlines, and ensure availability of components for production
• Maintain and validate data integrity within the ERP system; participate in resolving delays, non-conformities, and invoice disputes
• Identify process improvement opportunities across procurement workflows, tools, and methodologies; anticipate and manage supply chain disruptions and propose alternative solutions
• Conduct stock level analysis of components to balance availability with minimization of excess inventory; optimize order quantities and delivery frequencies to reduce carrying costs and stockout risks
• Engage directly with suppliers to communicate forecasted needs, monitor key performance indicators (OTIF), and ensure strict adherence to negotiated purchase conditions
• Support implementation of new systems and supply chain tools, including ERP modules and procurement platforms

Qualifications

• Master's degree (Bac +5) in business, engineering, or equivalent, with specialization in Supply Chain Management (cosmetics industry preferred)
• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in procurement and inventory management
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; Power BI knowledge is advantageous
• Professional fluency in French and English

Skills

Experience

5–7 years of hands-on experience in procurement and inventory management within a manufacturing or luxury goods environment. Demonstrated expertise in supplier negotiation, ERP data management, and supply chain optimization. Background in the cosmetics or luxury fragrance industry is preferred.

Education

Master's degree (Bac +5) from a recognized business school, engineering school, or university with specialization in Supply Chain Management, preferably within the cosmetics or luxury goods sector.

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.

About Cerulean

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