Van Cleef & Arpels Methods Project Manager
- Location
- LyonAuvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
About Van Cleef & Arpels
Founded in 1906 on Place Vendôme, Van Cleef & Arpels is a High Jewelry Maison renowned for poetic creativity, exceptional savoir-faire, and an enduring culture of transmission. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where artisans, designers, retail experts, and corporate teams contribute to creations that unite technical mastery with emotion and wonder. Guided by excellence, discretion, and a deep respect for heritage, Van Cleef & Arpels encourages collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning across its international network. Employees join a house where craftsmanship is celebrated, client relationships are cultivated with elegance, and each career may help preserve and renew a remarkable legacy.
Van Cleef & Arpels Methods Project Manager position in Lyon, France. Lead product range optimization and supplier management for luxury jewelry manufacturing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a portfolio of supplier relationships as primary technical contact on product range initiatives
- Oversee product range project delivery including budgets, timelines, team coordination, specifications documentation, and risk analysis
- Challenge workshop designs, processes, and tooling strategies to optimize production efficiency and quality
- Ensure consistency between existing product ranges and new product developments in collaboration with Methods Engineers and technical experts
- Guarantee technical requirements alignment across sourcing initiatives and existing product portfolio
- Conduct comprehensive audits of suppliers and manufacturing partners
- Participate in problem resolution for customer service escalations and quality issues
Qualifications
- Bac +5 degree in general engineering, mechanical engineering, or production engineering
- Proven experience in project management
- Knowledge of industrial processes, auditing methodologies, and risk analysis
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Autonomous and self-directed work approach
Skills
Experience
Successful track record in project management with demonstrated knowledge of industrial processes and supply chain coordination.
Education
Bac +5 engineering degree (general, mechanical, or production specialization).
Workplace
This position is based in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
Culture
Van Cleef & Arpels fosters a refined and collaborative workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire. As an employer, the Maison values curiosity, precision, and collective excellence, offering an environment where employees contribute to timeless creations while upholding a deep respect for heritage, beauty, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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