Louis Vuitton Jewelry Group 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

• Ensure achievement of project objectives including specifications, timeline, cost, quality, and due diligence requirements from pre-kick-off to market launch and series production compliance
• Establish and monitor performance indicators, track milestone progression, and manage project team resource allocation
• Evaluate, track, and adjust development, prototype, and tooling budgets; implement corrective actions for overruns
• Secure economic viability and cost-product definition coherence; pilot product evolutions and propose solutions
• Collaborate with quality and supplier teams on risk analysis; lead risk mitigation plans through production approval; ensure due diligence for social, environmental, geographic, supply chain, and governance risks
• Guarantee availability and reliability of product information in PLM systems including pricing, nomenclatures, and metal specifications
• Ensure accurate preparation and communication of technical documentation internally and with external suppliers
• Serve as internal development leader and primary stakeholder contact for industrial scope matters
• Lead development meetings and monthly steering committees; facilitate information flow and recommend action plans
• Participate in supplier strategy development and execution within assigned segment
• Conduct panel studies, manage supplier consultations on pricing, capacity, and lead times; recommend awards and manage non-awards aligned with industrial strategy
• Partner with supply chain and production teams to manage supplier capacity, reserve capacity, and plan production schedules
• Conduct benchmarking and competitive technical surveillance
• Propose and deploy backup plans, capacity extensions, and dual-sourcing arrangements to ensure production continuity
• Ensure regulatory compliance during new supplier onboarding; participate in supplier technological and capacity audits
• Conduct regular supplier facility visits
• Define resource requirements, recruit, develop, train, and upskill project manager team members; foster team cohesion and embody team spirit
• Supervise team workload management, escalate resource needs, ensure objective achievement, and guarantee coverage
• Prepare and conduct annual performance reviews, set objectives, provide feedback (top-down and peer), and facilitate team engagement
• Unite the team around the direction's vision
• Intervene in supplier delays and deploy resolution protocols
• Lead the comprehensive 360° development process and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams
• Pilot cross-functional projects and system/tool improvements incorporating artificial intelligence
• Contribute to integration program for new Louis Vuitton acquisitions including ateliers, design offices, and methods departments
• Monitor technological developments and foster innovation within the jewelry scope
• Contribute to sustainability roadmap including metal traceability, eco-design, and supplier engagement

Qualifications

• Formation in mechanical engineering or quality management from a leading institution
• Minimum 8–10 years' experience in product project management and/or team leadership in similar environments
• Strong methodological rigor and precision with technical acumen
• Demonstrated product sense and genuine passion for jewelry
• Adaptability and agility in dynamic environments
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and unite diverse teams
• Solution-oriented mindset with proactive thinking
• Independent and results-focused work approach
• Strong embodiment of maison values; excellent oral and written communication skills
• Diplomatic approach and facilitation skills
• Intellectual humility and self-awareness

Skills

Experience

Minimum 8–10 years in product project management, product development, team leadership, or comparable roles within a luxury, manufacturing, or technical environment. Experience managing supplier relationships, leading multidisciplinary teams, and overseeing complex product launches is highly valued.

Education

Advanced degree in mechanical engineering, quality management, product development, or related technical discipline.

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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