Christian Dior Senior Project Manager

Posizione
Lead the PMO function overseeing the end-to-end management of collections and selected strategic projects, ensuring alignment across development, industrialization, and delivery, from collection calendar definition to finished goods shipment.
Responsabilità del lavoro
Lead and coordinate the PMO team (Project Managers)
Oversee the execution of all collection-related projects across functions (Design, Product Development, Sourcing, Production, Logistics)
Ensure the definition, consolidation, and monitoring ofcollection calendars and milestones
Supervise project planning (WBS, Gantt, critical path) and ensure consistency across all collections
Monitor project execution throughKPIs and RAG status reporting
Ensure timely escalation and resolution of risks and issues
Coordinate cross-functional alignment meetings and project reviews
Guarantee adherence to deadlines from development to final shipment
Validate project deliverables at key gates (prototypes, samples, production readiness, bulk completion)
Oversee resource allocation across projects and collections
Ensure proper use of PMO tools, templates, and governance processes
STRATEGY and KEY TASKS
Define and implement thePMO governance model, methodologies, and tools
Drive the overallcollection planning strategy, ensuring feasibility and industrial alignment
Act as key interface with Industrial Director and top management on project portfolio performance
Lead prioritization of projects and collections based on business and operational constraints
Ensure alignment between creative timelines and industrial capabilities
Drive continuous improvement intime-to-market, efficiency, and execution reliability
Identify and manage cross-collection risks impacting overall business performance
Support strategic initiatives (e.g., new product categories, process transformations, sourcing shifts)
Build a strong project management culture across the organization
Ensure visibility and transparency on project portfolio status at executive level
Profilo
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Management, or equivalent), Business Administration / Management or Supply Chain Management
Previous experience in the fashion industry and in a similar role is mandatory
Advanced capability in project planning tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera or equivalent)
Deep understanding of fashion product lifecycle (design ? development ? industrialization ? production ? distribution)
Proven experience managing complex, multi-project environments with interdependencies
Strong knowledge of critical path analysis, capacity planning, and resource allocation
Solid financial acumen (budgeting, cost tracking, business case evaluation)
Experience with KPI frameworks and performance dashboards (including RAG reporting)
Familiarity with PLM systems and ERP integration (e.g., SAP, Stealth, Centric)
Strong risk management and mitigation planning capabilities
Excellent stakeholder management at executive level
Ability to translate creative and commercial inputs into feasible industrial plans
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Fluency in English. Italian and French are mandatory
Gross annual salary of at least €70,000 CCNL Pelli e Cuoio Livello Quadro