Job Description
Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead our supply chain operations. This critical role is responsible for ensuring the seamless flow of materials from procurement through to the delivery of finished products at our distribution centre consistently meeting deadlines. The Supply Chain Manager will provide essential visibility on production plans, foster strong collaboration across Development, Marketing, Operations, Industrialization, and other internal, external and international stakeholders. She/He will proactively drive strategic transformation initiatives. This leader will manage a dedicated team, including the Purchasing and Production planning, to optimize efficiency and support the continuous growth of our business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supply Chain Oversight:
Oversee and optimize the supply chain processes, from the strategic sourcing and ordering of all raw materials to the timely and efficient delivery of finished products to our distribution centre.
Ensure all production and delivery deadlines are consistently met, proactively identifying, anticipating and addressing potential bottlenecks or delays.
Production Planning & Visibility:
Develop, implement, and manage robust production planning strategies that align with business objectives and demand forecasts.
Provide clear, accurate, and timely visibility on production plans, schedules, and capacities to key internal stakeholders, including Marketing, and Operations teams.
Collaborate closely with Development to integrate new product introductions seamlessly into the supply chain.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Act as a key liaison, working in close collaboration with Development, Marketing, and Operations departments to ensure alignment on product launches, demand planning, and operational execution.
Maintain and develop our network and relationships with suppliers
Strategic Initiatives & Transformation:
Proactively support and contribute to the company's transformation plan projects and global roadmaps, ensuring supply chain strategies are aligned with broader organizational objectives.
Embrace a strong sense of ownership for supply chain performance and outcomes, demonstrating a willingness to take calculated risks to advance in uncertain conditions. Maintain an agile and adaptive approach to rapidly evolving market conditions and business needs, ensuring the supply chain remains resilient and responsive.
Operational Excellence & Systems:
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across purchasing, production planning, inventory management, and logistics to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times, optimize costs, and improve service levels.
Lead stock optimization initiatives to keep the balance between the need for safety stocks and the targets of stocks levels.
Ensure daily operational excellence through advanced proficiency and consistent use of SAP for planning, procurement, inventory management, and production control.
Monitor key supply chain performance indicators (KPIs), analyze data, and generate comprehensive reports to provide actionable insights and support data-driven decision-making.
Risk Management & Compliance:
Identify and anticipate potential supply chain risks (e.g., supplier issues, logistics disruptions) and develop robust mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
Ensure all supply chain activities comply with relevant company and group policies, industry regulations, and quality standards.
PROFILE:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, Business Administration, industrial engineering, or a related field.
A Master's degree in a relevant discipline is highly desirable.
Experience:
Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a significant portion in a leadership role within a manufacturing, luxury goods, or fast-paced production environment.
Proven experience in managing and developing multi-functional teams, specifically including purchasing and production planning functions and in collaborating productively with international teams.
Demonstrated track record of successfully implementing supply chain optimization projects, driving operational excellence, and achieving measurable results.
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to motivate, develop, and retain high-performing teams.
Strong strategic thinking and analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of the organization and external partners.
Superior problem-solving abilities and a demonstrated capacity to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and SAP.
Italian / English fluent. French would be an asset
YOUR JOURNEY WITH US
After your application has been selected, our HR team will reach out to you for:
Interview with Talent Acquisition Team
Interview with Hiring Manager
Interview with Function Director & HR Manager
OUR BENEFITS
CCNL per gli addetti alle industrie manifatturiere delle pelli e succedanei
Livello Quadro
Contratto a tempo indeterminato
Full time
Salary range: 70.000€ - 90.000€
Learning & Development Opportunities
Welfare Policy
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