Program Manager - Wearable Electronic Products

Luxottica; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global eyewear leader in Milan is seeking a Program Manager for wearable electronic products. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative technologies from concept to launch. A strong background in program management, technical expertise in electronics, and communication skills are essential for success. This role offers competitive benefits including flexible working conditions and personal development opportunities.

Servizi

Access to learning platform

Flexible work conditions

Corporate Shareholding Program

Special employee offers

Comprehensive health insurance

Competenze

• 5+ years of program management experience in wearable electronics or related industries.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent program management certification is a plus.

Mansioni

• Drive the end-to-end development of wearable electronic products.
• Partner with hardware, firmware, and software teams to define product architecture.
• Provide regular updates on project status to stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Formazione

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Project

Jira

Azure Dev Ops

Descrizione del lavoro

Program Manager - Wearable Electronic Products

Date: Oct 2, 2025

Location: Milano, IT

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products [such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions], iconic brands that consumers love [such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa], as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences [such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network], and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.
Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica

Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world?

Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible!

Your role

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager (PM) to lead the development and execution of wearable electronic products from concept to launch. The PM will work cross-functionally with engineering, product management and marketing, design, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to drive program success while balancing technical feasibility, cost, and time-to-market constraints. The ideal candidate has a strong background in hardware and software integration, program management, and consumer electronics, with a passion for wearable technology and a proven track record of delivering products.

Main responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Drive the end-to-end development of wearable electronic products, ensuring alignment with business goals, technical requirements, and customer needs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with hardware, firmware, software, UX, and manufacturing teams to define product architecture, design milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project plans, track deliverables, manage dependencies, and proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks.
• Risk Management: Identify potential technical and operational risks, develop contingency plans, and escalate issues when necessary.
• Supplier & Vendor Management: Coordinate with external suppliers, design partners, and component vendors to ensure on-time delivery of key product components. Drive alignment internally on design partner contract terms and facilitate sign off of contracts.
• Quality & Compliance: Ensure that products meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards while maintaining a high-quality user experience.
• Process Optimization: Contribute to improved program management frameworks, development cycles, and collaboration tools to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Stakeholder Communication: Provide regular updates to executives, engineering teams, and other stakeholders on project status, challenges, and mitigation plans.

Main requirements

• 5+ years of program management experience in wearable electronics, consumer electronics, IoT devices, or related industries.
• Proven track record of leading teams to deliver products to market.
• Technical background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, embedded systems, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hardware-software integration, sensor technology, wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi), and power management.
• Experience with agile development methodologies, product lifecycle management (PLM), and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent program management certification is a plus.
• Experience with health and fitness wearables, medical devices, or biometric sensors.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle ambiguity.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in program management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Azure Dev Ops, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and global supply chains is a plus

What’s in it for you

In EssilorLuxottica, you are not defined just by your job title. Each career adventure is unique, but have a glimpse of the benefits and perks you can have by choosing us.

1. Access to our cutting-edge learning platform, Leonardo, and personalized development programs to help you grow professionally and personally.
2. Enjoy flexible work conditions with up to 50% flexibility, depending on role and function.
3. Join the Corporate Shareholding Program “BOOST”, an opportunity to share in the company’s success and directly benefit from EssilorLuxottica’s growth.
4. Access special offers for employees on a vast range of eyewear, eyecare products, and fashion apparel, so you can enjoy our world-class brands firsthand.
5. Benefit from comprehensive health insurance coverage, ensuring you and your family’s well-being.

Our recruitment process may vary; If you are selected, you will be contacted by our recruiters to guide you through the specific steps for your application.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.