Plant Continuous Improvement Manager - Temps & Methods
- NEW
Published on 04.29.2026
Christian Dior Couture
Produzione
Reference: CDC14384
- Place of employment :
Milan, Italy
- Contrat type :
Impiego a tempo indeterminato
- Required experience :
Almeno 5 anni
- Work mode :
Full time
Position
Christian Dior Couture, the House of Dreams, is renowned worldwide for its unique savoir-faire and the explosive creativity that come together within our métiers of excellence. Our Maison is a place where we foster growth and seek individuals who have the courage to dare and succeed. Join us and shape your future in a pleasant, dynamic, and inclusive environment, where we create and pass on excellence with determination, courage, and optimism.
The Continuous Improvement Manager will support our manufacturing plant in driving operational excellence and efficiency. The role focuses on improving production and materials performances, optimizing material usage and supporting accurate product costing. The ideal candidate brings a structured and data-driven mindset.
Job responsibilities
- Being the key point-of-contact for Corporate Operational Excellence and collaborate to implement process optimization and best-practice standards;
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to increase production efficiency and reduce waste (Lean, Kaizen, problem-solving);
- Conduct time & method studies to define flows, cycles for products, standard work, identify losses and optimize operations on the shop floor;
- Analyze and validate costing data, supporting the creation and refinement of cost models for materials, labor, and processes;
- Monitor key KPIs (productivity, scrap, efficiency, material usage) and propose corrective actions;
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to identify improvement opportunities and deploy structured action plans;
- Drive root-cause analysis and support the implementation of corrective and preventive measures;
- Benchmark internal and external practices, bringing a rigorous industrial mindset to the fashion manufacturing environment;
- Support the rollout of digital tools and methodologies for data collection, performance tracking, and workflow optimization.
- Propose and monitor efficiencies and reduced cycle time by ensuring continuous improvement;
Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field;
- 3+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Industrial engineering or Production within a dynamic international setting, specifically focused on Operations environment;
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving methodologies, and time & methods (MTM, MOST, or similar);
- Solid understanding of costing, production flows and material efficiency;
- Excellent analytical skills and strong proficiency with Excel and data tools;
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to work closely with operators and managers on the shop floor;
- Strong communication and facilitation skills;
- Fluent in English. French is a plus.
CHRISTIAN DIORMAISON
“Whatever you do – whether for work or pleasure – do it with passion! Live with passion,” wrote Christian Dior. Well before he embarked on his destiny as a couturier, Christian Dior was fascinated with art. The young Normandy native and several friends opened an art gallery when he was just 23. In 1938 he learned the métier of pattern cutter with Robert Piguet and three years later began working as a designer for Lucien Lelong. Right from the founding of his Maison in 1946, he transformed his dreams into irresistible creations, seeking to break with the somber war years by elevating pure joy. His visionary spirit celebrated and enchanted women the world over. In only ten years, Monsieur Dior revolutionized the conventions of elegance and femininity, designing collections infused with dreams.
Crafting Dreams Starts With Yours
At LVMH, people make the difference in the art of crafting dreams.Our people fuel our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. We value collective ambitions, encouraging our talents to push boundaries and champion a curious, audacious state of mind. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in nurturing every individual with a growth mindset and development opportunities, consistently empowering them to reach their full potential. We are actively committed to positive impact through an inclusive environment that supports and gives back to our talented community. Join us at LVMH, where your talent is at the heart of our collective successes.
