Org Design and Transformation Manager

Piaget; Plan-les-Ouates; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Piaget is seeking an Org Design and Transformation Manager to report to the Chief People Officer and work with our executive team globally. You will shape Piaget's structure, improve ways of working, and lead change initiatives across markets.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in management/strategy consulting or transformation roles, ideally in Luxury Retail, with a track record in organizational design and change delivery. Fluent English and French are required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, HR or related field.
• Certifications in Change Management or Project Management are a plus.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in management/strategy consulting or in-house transformation/HR PMO roles.
• Experience in Luxury/Retail, preferably in luxury retail, with understanding of customer journeys.

Responsibilities

• Drive organizational design and operating model optimization across headquarters and global markets.
• Optimize workflows and cross-functional collaboration to enhance agility and efficiency.
• Lead organizational projects with timelines, deliverables and stakeholder communication.
• Champion change management for successful adoption of new models.
• Support workforce planning with HR partners to align resources with needs.
• Foster engagement and continuous improvement aligned with Piaget values.

Skills

Strategic & analytical acumen

Project & change leadership

Communication & influence

Adaptability & problem-solving

Data analysis proficiency

Discretion in sensitive matters

Education

Degree in business/engineering/HR

Change/PM certification a plus

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Org charting tools

Job description

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

Join Piaget as a pivotal Org Design and Transformation Manager, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer and collaborating closely with our executive team. You will be instrumental in shaping Piaget's future by driving organizational design, optimizing ways of working, and leading critical change management initiatives across our global functions and markets. This role demands a strategic project manager and facilitator who can ensure our organizational structure supports strategic growth, fosters agility, collaboration, and a truly people-centric approach to change.

• Support Organizational Analysis and Design, developing target structures aligned with strategic business objectives across headquarters and global markets.
• Optimize Operational Workflows, department-specific processes, and cross-functional collaboration models to enhance agility and efficiency.
• Drive Organizational Projects, managing timelines, deliverables, and communication, while equipping leaders with essential change management tools.
• Champion Change Management, defining and supporting the approach required for successful implementation and sustained adoption of new organizational models.
• Support Workforce Planning by collaborating with HR Business Partners and Centers of Expertise to align resources and capabilities with evolving needs.
• Foster a Culture of Engagement and Continuous Improvement, facilitating change initiatives in alignment with Piaget's values.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

• Education: University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field. Certifications in Change Management or Project Management are a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of professional experience, ideally in management/strategy consulting (focusing on operating models, organization, or change) or in-house corporate transformation/HR PMO roles.
• Industry Background: Significant exposure to Retail, ideally Luxury Retail, with a strong appreciation for its unique realities and customer journeys.
• Expertise: Proven track record in organizational design, operating model optimization, ways of working, and business transformation projects from diagnosis through implementation.
• Core Skills:
• Strategic & Analytical Acumen: Strong understanding of organizational design principles, process optimization, and change management tools. Highly analytical, capable of translating data into actionable insights.
• Project & Change Leadership: Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to independently lead complex initiatives, manage multiple priorities, and drive successful change adoption.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, adept at building trust and influencing diverse stakeholders across all levels.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Agile, adaptable, and a proactive problem-solver, comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in data analysis, organizational charting tools, and presentation applications (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel).
• Discretion: Ability to manage sensitive and confidential topics with utmost discretion and tact.
• Languages: Fluency in English and French (written and spoken) is required.

STILL WONDERING WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY?

• A Welcoming Team: Join our friendly, open-minded, and talented team, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will make a real difference.
• Dynamic and Engaging Work: Experience daily activities that are interesting, challenging, and diverse, keeping you engaged and motivated.
• Investment in Your Growth: We are passionate about developing our people, and you will have access to various training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

The Piaget culture of encouraging Extra-Care, fostering Mastery and bringing out the Extraordinary in our people, means that we will always go further, doing “what has never been done before”. Together.