Louis Vuitton Industrial Cost Control Manager

About Louis Vuitton

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cost control teams across manufacturing facilities, ensuring robust control environments and continuous improvement
• Manage full P&L accountability for manufacturing operations, including variance analysis against budget forecasts (initial, revised, final) and performance metrics
• Coordinate budgeting processes (planning, budget, revisions) in collaboration with industrial, HR, and supply chain stakeholders
• Oversee optimization and deployment of financial systems (SAP, Power BI) and deliver user training across operations
• Develop and maintain industrial performance measurement frameworks; formalize and update processes to enhance analysis capability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to simplify, automate, and strengthen industrial performance reporting
• Collaborate with central functions (Production, Continuous Improvement, Supply, Quality, HR) on performance measurement methodologies
• Manage P&L components including raw materials, value-added costs, material losses, and capital expenditure analysis
• Coordinate cash flow forecasting, financing strategies, and statutory obligations (audits, tax reporting, works councils)
• Serve as dedicated financial liaison to legal and tax departments on behalf of manufacturing operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial cost control or manufacturing financial management
• Advanced expertise in industrial performance management and financial analysis
• Demonstrated track record of leading and developing direct reports and financial communities
• Proficiency in financial system optimization, reporting tools, and performance analytics
• Strong analytical mindset, intellectual rigor, curiosity, and perseverance
• Natural leadership presence with strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration orientation
• Fluent in French (required)

Skills

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive responsibility in industrial cost control, manufacturing finance, or related financial management roles within production-intensive organizations. Demonstrated success leading financial teams, implementing performance systems, and driving operational cost optimization initiatives.

Education

Degree from an engineering school, business school, or equivalent (Bac +5 / Master's level).

Workplace

Culture

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.

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