Louis Vuitton Senior Project Manager, Industrial Development, High Jewelry

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 industrial development projects from brief analysis through production launch, defining objectives, timelines, and quality parameters across design, engineering, and manufacturing phases
• Pilot dual-sourcing initiatives by analyzing product portfolios, negotiating supplier agreements, and optimizing pricing, quality, capacity, and lead times while documenting performance metrics
• Oversee make-to-order and special commission projects, ensuring rapid turnaround and flexibility through close coordination with supply chain and merchandising teams
• Animate cross-functional project teams comprising marketing, design, technical office, quality, gemstone services, and manufacturing workshops to achieve performance targets
• Maintain PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) data systems and technical documentation, including CAD files, 3D models, resin prototypes, and product specifications
• Monitor project timelines, development budgets, and performance indicators (KPIs); conduct risk management and arbitrate decisions within the project team
• Prepare and present updates to project governance forums including development meetings, sales and operations planning (S&OP), and steering committees

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (mechanical engineering, quality engineering, or equivalent discipline) or demonstrated equivalent expertise
• Minimum 5–10 years of product project management experience in luxury goods, high jewelry, or comparable precision manufacturing environments
• Proficiency in PLM systems and technical project management software
• Strong grasp of mechanical precision, quality assurance protocols, and industrialization best practices
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with competing priorities

Skills

Experience

Minimum 5–10 years of product project management in luxury or high-precision manufacturing sectors, with demonstrated success managing complex industrial development initiatives across multiple sourcing partners and production scales.

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical, quality, or industrial engineering) or equivalent professional qualification.

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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