Van Cleef & Arpels Senior Project Manager, Business Development — High Jewellery
Van Cleef & Arpels seeks a Senior Project Manager, Business Development — High Jewellery in Paris to lead strategic growth and commercial projects.
Overview
Van Cleef & Arpels is an iconic maison of haute joaillerie renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, creativity and poetic design. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines artisanal savoir‑faire with an international luxury network, operating boutiques and wholesale channels worldwide.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end business development projects for the High Jewellery division, from strategic definition through to commercial roll‑out and performance tracking.
- Define market entry and growth strategies, conduct market and competitor analysis, and build robust business cases and financial forecasts.
- Coordinate cross‑functional teams (design, product development, marketing, retail, operations, legal and finance) to ensure timely delivery and alignment with brand standards.
- Establish and manage strategic partnerships and key wholesale accounts; negotiate commercial terms and contractual agreements where required.
- Design and monitor KPIs, produce executive reporting and present progress and recommendations to senior management.
- Drive commercial initiatives around launches, limited editions, trunk shows and high‑value client programmes, including pricing and distribution strategies.
- Manage project risks, budgets and resource allocation; ensure compliance with brand governance and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in business development or project management within high jewellery, fine jewellery or luxury goods (senior level).
- Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans, build financial models and produce compelling business cases.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing relationships with retail partners, distributors or private clients.
- Excellent stakeholder management with experience coordinating multifunctional teams and presenting to senior leadership.
- Fluency in French and English is highly desirable; additional languages an asset.
Skills
Experience
Senior professional with substantial experience (typically 6+ years) in business development, commercial strategy or project management within the luxury jewellery or adjacent luxury sectors, with direct exposure to boutique, wholesale or private client channels.
Education
Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Luxury Management, Marketing, Finance or equivalent; advanced degree or specialised luxury training preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.360 open roles in Paris, including 132 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.778 active listings on Cerulean, 149 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.346 open positions, with 189 posted this week.
Culture
The maison cultivates a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, creative excellence and long‑term client relationships. Employees operate in a collaborative, high‑standards environment that values artisanal skill, heritage and discreet luxury, supported by Richemont's international footprint.
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