Product Development Specialist - Watches

Position

For over 175 years, Tiffany & Co. has combined the precision of Swiss watchmaking with the creative spirit of its finest jewelry collections. In full expansion, the teams of the Geneva-based watchmaking division are actively working on the development of new timepieces combining aesthetics, design and elegance. At Tiffany & Co. we don't believe in the "business as usual" model. We believe in making history.

YOUR MISSION

Your cross-functional role will be to oversee the entire product development process for your projects, from marketing brief to delivery of the first series. 

You are responsible for the transversal management of internal and external stakeholders in the development and launch of new watches.

You will work closely with the Operations and Design teams, as well as with external partners, to ensure that customer and company expectations are met in terms of quality, deadlines and costs.

YOUR ROLE IN DETAIL 

• Manage and coordinate new product development projects, ensuring delivery on time and on budget, while guaranteeing product quality. 
• Draw up and manage project schedules to ensure successful completion, identifying potential risks and deviations as early as possible. 
• Supervise and coordinate the actions of the various internal and external teams involved in the project. 
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to identify technical and aesthetic solutions in the design/prototyping phase. 
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and implement appropriate corrective measures 
• Regularly present status reports and progress reports to stakeholders and management. 
• Manage the budget allocated to projects, monitoring costs and identifying any discrepancies. 

PROFILE

You have a Master degree in a relevant field such as industrial management, mechanical engineering or equivalent, with a watchmaking background highly desirable.

You have significant experience (+5 years) in managing development projects within the luxury watchmaking OR jewelry sector. You have an in-depth understanding of the manufacturing process and techniques used in the creation of watches.

Your personal attributes include excellent organizational skills, including time management and effective prioritization. You have natural leadership skills, enabling you to drive a multidisciplinary team towards a common goal. You are able to summarize complex information and solve issues effectively. Dynamism, rigor and proactivity are essential, as is technical curiosity.

You’re bilingual in French and English, with excellent oral and writing skills.

You have a perfect mastery of the Office Pack (PowerPoint), MS Project, and any other tool. 

 

We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to people and service, a real interest in watches, and a passion to continuously improve.  If you are ready to make your mark, let’s connect!