Senior Project Manager
Pubblicato il 22-09-2026 - Christian Dior Couture in Firenze
PosizioneLead 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 lavoroLead 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 of collection calendars and milestonesSupervise project planning (WBS, Gantt, critical path) and ensure consistency across all collectionsMonitor project execution through KPIs and RAG status reportingEnsure timely escalation and resolution of risks and issuesCoordinate cross-functional alignment meetings and project reviewsGuarantee adherence to deadlines from development to final shipmentValidate project deliverables at key gates (prototypes, samples, production readiness, bulk completion)Oversee resource allocation across projects and collectionsEnsure proper use of PMO tools, templates, and governance processesSTRATEGY and KEY TASKSDefine and implement the PMO governance model, methodologies, and toolsDrive the overall collection planning strategy, ensuring feasibility and industrial alignmentAct as key interface with Industrial Director and top management on project portfolio performanceLead prioritization of projects and collections based on business and operational constraintsEnsure alignment between creative timelines and industrial capabilitiesDrive continuous improvement in time-to-market,
efficiency, and execution reliabilityIdentify and manage cross-collection risks impacting overall business performanceSupport strategic initiatives (e.G., new product categories, process transformations, sourcing shifts)Build a strong project management culture across the organizationEnsure visibility and transparency on project portfolio status at executive levelProfiloBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Management, or equivalent), Business Administration / Management or Supply Chain ManagementPrevious experience in the fashion industry and in a similar role is mandatoryAdvanced capability in project planning tools (e.G., MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera or equivalent)Deep understanding of fashion product lifecycle (design development xysqume industrialization production distribution)Proven experience managing complex, multi-project environments with interdependenciesStrong knowledge of critical path analysis, capacity planning, and resource allocationSolid 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 capabilitiesExcellent stakeholder management at executive levelAbility to translate creative and commercial inputs into feasible industrial plansData-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsFluency in English. Italian and French are mandatory#J-18808-Ljbffr