Position POSITION: Cosmetics and Beauty Packaging Project Manager PERMANENT CONTRACT / ITALY
CELINE is a fast-growing French and Leather-Goods Couture House that belongs to LVMH group driven by a new holistic and creative project led by Hedi Slimane, its Artistic, Creative and Image Director.
CELINE's ambition is to become one of the most iconic luxury brands worldwide.
To make this vision a reality we are looking for enthusiastic, agile and passionate personalities who are eager to evolve in a demanding environment.
YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT As Cosmetics and Beauty Packaging Project Manager and part of the Product Development Department, you will be under the responsibility of the Cosmetic and Beauty Manager based in Paris. You will manage the realization of the packaging in fragrance & cosmetics environment: start and establish the packaging development program for new projects, the technical specifications, the main plans by supporting all the departments involved, through the monitoring of packaging specifications (shape, materials, suppliers).
This experience will enable you to collaborate internally with the Product Development, Purchasing, Industrialization, Quality Financial team and the Design team based in Paris. You will also collaborate with external suppliers.
You will have the opportunity to gain international experience and build up knowledge on the business processes on luxurious goods working in increasingly challenging environment and on engaging projects.
YOUR IMPACT Collaborate with Product team on the packaging creation Perform technical feasibility studies and cost analysis validating the functional and dimensional approval and ensure the right compatibility with the contents Ensure technical development of components (set-up and conditioning) and coordinate industrialization with Quality, Operations & suppliers Monitoring the industrialization during product design, in particular by participating in the testing and start-up phases of production, KPI's definition and follow-up Support Purchasing department on the potential suppliers and collaborate to choose final partner, providing technical advice during the purchasing negotiations Monitor suppliers and ensure compliance with development times, quality standards defined by the brand components and finished goods (certification, range of defects, range of colors...), performing audits and creating the related action plans Manage directly packaging production lines upgrades Partner with Planning department to ensure the provided deadlines are respected Guarantee the fulfilment of the quality requirements (as per international regulations and standards) and environmental packaging performance Participate in the continuous improvement of packaging and the resolution of quality problems Manage the CAPEX & OPEX budget. Profile KEYS FOR SUCCESS Education: Master's degree in engineering with a specialization in Packaging (ESIEC or ESEPAC) or with a specialization in Materials (EPFL; HES; UTC; Ecoles Centrales, ENSAM etc…) or equivalent experience Experience :
Position requires minimum 7 years' experience in a packaging production or development environment, preferably within the Perfume or Cosmetics industry or Spirits industry Experience in luxury/fashion business and leather knowledge is a plus Knowledge of production processes and techniques, packaging and materials (glass; plastic; metal; box or textile) together with formats, markets and suppliers Competencies: Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to work under pressure and manage several projects at the same time Priority setting and time management Strong negotiation skills and decision making Good organizational and problem-solving skills Team player, able to relate with colleagues from other departments Excellent IT skills (Excel mandatory) Willingness to travel abroad for business is required (frequent trips to France and around Europe) Languages : Fluent in Italian and English, French is a plus.
Additional information Workplace Celine Production, via di Meleto 1, Strada in Chianti (FI)
OTHER INFORMATION Potential starting date: June 2024
OUR ENGAGEMENT CELINE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard.
We are committed to the prevention of all discrimination, providing equal opportunities to all applicants irrespective of gender, gender expression, disability, origin, background, religious beliefs or sexual orientation or any other basis protected by law.
CELINE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.
