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Europe Sustainability IT Domain Lead (H/F)

CHANEL
Full-time
On-site
Paris

As the Europe Sustainability IT Domain Lead, you will drive the transformation and management of Sustainability and Green IT systems for Chanel’s European operations. This key position supports the company’s Sustainability roadmap, leading the transition to global platforms, regionalization of key systems, and the reduction of the TECH function’s environmental impact. Reporting to the Europe Corporate Functions IT Director, with a matrix link to the Head of Sustainability for Europe, you will lead internal and external teams, collaborating with global and regional partners to deliver a robust, scalable, and future-ready Sustainability technology ecosystem. WHAT IMPACT YOU CREATE AT CHANEL Sustainability tech Domain strategy Define and execute the Sustainability IT strategy for Europe, aligned with global and business objectives. Develop and lead the Sustainable IT strategy (Environment, Social, Governance) within the IT department. Partner with Sustainability, business, and IT teams to optimize organizational structure and prepare for future growth. Be the ambassador for Europe Tech within Sustainability forums at both regional and global levels. System & Portfolio Management Oversee the portfolio of Sustainability technology and innovation initiatives, ensuring consistent, reliable, and scalable tools. Lead the delivery of regional and global projects in collaboration with Sustainability Performance teams, IT, business service platforms, suppliers, and global teams. Ensure seamless integration and governance of Sustainability systems, measuring effective delivery and service quality. Project Delivery & Change Management Support change management for IT initiatives impacting Sustainability systems, ensuring effective communication and adoption across all users. Coordinate annual data collection for measuring tech impact, simplifying methods and documenting changes. Innovation & Adoption Identify, promote, and deploy innovative initiatives to reduce the environmental and social footprint of IT (energy optimization, sustainable equipment lifecycle management, responsible cloud, etc.). Define and implement a detailed roadmap of actions to reduce environmental and social impacts of technology, in close collaboration with the Europe Sustainability Net Zero lead. Establish and monitor indicators, producing reports to track progress. Stakeholder Engagement & Training Develop strategic partnerships with Chanel business teams, internal IT teams, and external partners. Establish elements to train and raise awareness among IT and business teams about responsible digital issues and good ESG practices. Be the key contact for internal and external stakeholders on Sustainable IT matters. Vendor & Contract Management Be the key contact for internal and external stakeholders on Sustainable IT matters. Budget & Roadmap Be the key contact for internal and external stakeholders on Sustainable IT matters. YOU ARE ENERGISED BY Bringing strategic vision to life across Sustainability and IT domains. Working in a highly collaborative, multicultural, and distributed environment. Leading transformation and driving impeccable execution. Building partnerships with business, IT, and external vendors. Championing sustainability and responsible digital practices. WHAT YOU WILL BRING Bachelor’s degree in IT, Sustainability, Computer Science, or related field; Master’s preferred. 5+ years of relevant experience in Sustainability IT, including project management and tech solutions. Functional knowledge of Sustainability domains and curiosity about technological innovations. Experience in multicultural environments (multi-country). Proven ability to think strategically and execute complex initiatives. Vendor and contract management skills. Solid understanding of sustainability issues and the company’s roadmap. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to analyze business processes in complex environments. Fluent in English; additional European languages are an asset. Passion for innovation and curiosity about new technologies. WHAT CHANEL CAN OFFER YOU Opportunities for professional growth within a luxury brand landscape. The chance to build a best-in-class Sustainability technology ecosystem. Competitive salary package. An inclusive and collaborative work environment. Access to world-class training and development programs. At Chanel, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and collective progress. We value the unique perspectives, experiences, and potential you bring. We strongly encourage your application and look forward to discovering how you can contribute to Chanel’s success. Chanel is a world leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing luxury products, including Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Fragrances, Makeup, Skincare, Jewellery and Watches. Founded by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910, the House remains dedicated to quality craftsmanship and offering high-end creations. At present, Chanel employs more than 32,000 people worldwide. As an independent company, its core values are grounded in: Exceptional creation and client experience Nurturing human potential Having a positive impact – on people, the environment and communities around the world. As part of this, the House promotes arts, culture and creativity, while investing significantly in key areas including research & development, sustainability, and innovation. Chanel is dedicated to creating the conditions for people to perform at their best, building on their strengths and enabling them to benefit from new opportunities. It offers a unique working environment where people are given time to understand the brand, the business, and develop their personal motivations. This means everyone can grow, continue to be inspired and feel included, now and in the future. The company fosters true collaboration and respect for all, grounded in the belief that diversity is essential to the success of the organisation and its people. Chanel remains committed to rewarding people competitively, as well as offering initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, learning and development opportunities, and parental leave for all parents globally.

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