Chef de projet innovation H/F/X — Cartier Manufacture
- Location
- Le Locle
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Full description
Reference code: JR135369 The story of Cartier is founded on curiosity and passion. For more than 170 years we have embraced a bold, pioneering spirit that continues to inspire our teams across all Professions from our boutiques to our workshops and corporate offices. Our 10,000+ colleagues of more than 105 nationalities are united by a shared independent spirit and commitment to excellence, striking to continuously rich our Maison
CONTEXT
Within our Joaillère Manufacture located in the Locle, the Development Department plays a key role in our industrial strategy. At the crossroads of our human, technical and business challenges throughout the life cycle of our products, we are looking for a dynamic and committed innovation project leader to strengthen our teams.
WHAT WE SAY
At Cartier, you will integrate a community united by a strong sense of responsibility, where connection, collaboration and collective spirit flourish.
We value the individuality of our talents, driven by a common commitment to excellence, inspired by the diversity of the world's cultures, and committed to respecting and enriching our unique heritage.
We are convinced that diverse perspectives foster innovation and encourage us to create exceptional experiences.
We offer you a stimulating environment and opportunity to contribute through your personal vision to a legacy of creativity.
We celebrate all successes, whatever they may be, thus fostering meaningful ties based on mutual gratitude and support and cultivating a strong sense of belonging.
Join us at Cartier, a unique and ever-changing place.
Through his history, Cartier stood out thanks to the commitment of singular women and men. As such, our House offers all the same opportunities for access to employment, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability and age.
WHAT WILL YOUR IMPACT BE?
Mission
Located in the Vie-Série and Innovation department within the Development Directorate, your main mission will be to contribute actively to the management and coordination of key projects in our roadmap. You will be a central player in our transformation plan, especially on the manufacturing performance initiatives and product security. In close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, you will coordinate with multiple actors in the advancement of projects.
Your Key Responsibilities
Coordinating and piloting the Innovation projects of the Swiss Jewellery Centre (hereinafter "PJS") – 80% •
- Piloting affected projects: integration of new production processes...
- Develop and ensure the smooth running and management of these projects at interfaces.
- Ensure technology transfer to end users (production, maintenance, development...).
- Lead the project management process: milestones, deliverables, resources, interfaces, etc.
- Support, if necessary, strategic partners in the adoption of new technology/process bricks related to our partner cells.
- Coordinate all actors around projects: production, quality, logistics...
Report and communicate about the projects carried out - 20% •
- Weekly reporting of completed projects.
- To lead a multidisciplinary team.
- Adopt and communicate a broad vision around the project: interfaces with support services, interlocking projects with all stakeholders...
- Develop projects within the different sharing bodies.
- Help strengthen the image of the PJS as a pioneer, agile and industrially successful player, both in the House and in industry.
WHAT ARE THE CLES OF YOUR SURVEY IN OUR HOUSE?
With engineering training or an equivalent course, you ideally have a proven experience in managing transversal, technical, R&D or Methods projects, acquired in a mature industrial environment with significant stakes. This experience has enabled you to develop strong leadership and a strong expertise from PMO.
You master project management methodologies and have excellent knowledge of product development processes. You are also comfortable with the office tools (Pack Office) and SAP. Your experience has ideally taught you how to also handle CAD software (CREO) and brought you IoT knowledge.
With a keen sense of organization, rigour and autonomy, you have excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as a sense of diplomacy. Your ability to work in project mode and to unite different actors, combined with your proactivity, your proposal strength and your results orientation, is an essential asset. Finally, your team spirit and relationship ease will allow you to integrate harmoniously and collaborate effectively with all actors, both internal and external.
Your experience with us
Our HR team is listening to you, according to your wishes and needs, throughout your experience at our House.
As you move forward in our recruitment process, you will meet with one of our Recruiters, a member of our HR team, the Head of the position, and conduct study or assessment based on the needs of the position.
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Cartier Manufacture offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Le Locle is CHF 83'000 - 126'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Cartier Manufacture. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Cartier Manufacture offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Cartier Manufacture during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Neuchâtel?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Neuchâtel's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Neuchâtel's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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