Project Manager - New Products Innovation H/F

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to "see more and be more" thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Reporting to the Director of the New Product Projects Department Europe (NPPD Europe) within EssilorLuxottica Global Lens Innovation (GLI), you will be responsible for one or more innovation projects in the field of new ophthalmic products.

These projects, which have recently led to the launch of new products such as Varilux XR Series, Crizal Sapphire HR and Transitions Gen S worldwide, cover the phases of feasibility, development through to market launch and deployment (including Wholesale, Retail and e-Commerce), while respecting deadline, cost and quality objectives.

The responsibilities of the role:

• As New Product Project Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary (innovation/ marketing/ commercial/ engineering/ quality/ IT/ finance/ supply chain and operations) and multicultural project team. Depending on the project, you may functionally supervise a team of New Product Project Managers within the framework of global coordination.
• You will implement the Stage Gate Process as well as project management methods adapted to bringing new products to market.
• You will be committed to value creation, product quality and commercial launch planning.
• You'll be responsible for managing resources and schedules, identifying and communicating risks and scope changes, and implementing risk mitigation plans.
• You will produce the documentation dictated by the stage gate process and best project management practices: project charter, macro and detailed planning, risk analyses, monthly summaries, meeting minutes, Stage Gate deliverables, etc.
• You will also be responsible for communicating project progress to top management and to governance committees (C2SC, CSC).
• You will participate in the department's internal continuous improvement projects.
• You may be required to lead Strategic Projects for the EssilorLuxottica Group, managing a portfolio of projects as part of complex initiatives with high business stakes for the Group.

The background, experience and skillset of the candidate we are looking for:

• An engineering or business school graduate, ideally with 10 years' experience in project management, although it you have slightly less or more years of experience, feel free to apply if you meet other requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work in complex and changing environments, to influence, convince and obtain buy-in from the team, sponsors and department heads.
• Autonomous, organized, pro-active, results-oriented and with genuine ability to coordinate multiple group departments and steer projects.
• Strong understanding of the interdependencies between operations and the needs of the optical industry business.
• Knowledge of the Stage Gate Process will be an asset, as will good knowledge of MS project and Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Fluency in English is essential for this position.

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Location: Créteil, FR

Posted Date: 9/18/2024