- Experience: Upholsterer by trade with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
- Management skills: Experience in team management or a strong desire to develop these skills.
- Knowledge: Mastery of production planning and monitoring in a manufacturing workshop.
- Personal qualities: Autonomy, agility, taste for challenge, ability to inspire a team and to support the company in its human and economic performance and its international development.
- Leadership: Positive, dynamic, proactive and optimistic, with an assertive character and the ability to challenge oneself.
- Communication and organization skills: Excellent communication, organization, ability to manage tense situations, initiative and initiative-taking.

PREREQUISITES
Be an upholsterer by trade with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
Particular interest in upholstery.
Experience in the high-end sector.
Good command of IT tools.
Experience in project management, production and team management is an asset.
Compagnon du devoir is a plus.


MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Job location: Rabat
Starting date: October 2024
Manager: FELLOUH Bilal (COO)
Salary: 12,000 dh net per month

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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Analysis and Reporting:
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
Analyze variances between forecasts and actuals, and propose corrective actions.
Monitor and analyze key financial indicators (sales, margins, costs, etc.).
Participate in the preparation of financial dashboards.
Evaluate the profitability of investments and manage the company's assets.
Cost control and optimization:
Set up and monitor performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify sources of cost reduction and operational efficiency improvement.
Monitor production costs and propose actions to improve profitability.
Budget forecasting and planning
Exercise periodic budgetary control.
Develop short and medium-term budget plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
Anticipate future results and participate in the company's strategic decisions.
Participation in accounting closings
Analyze and validate accounting and analytical data.
Perform reconciliations between accounting statements and management charts.
Produce detailed reports and economic analyses for the COPIL.
Information system management
Participate in the improvement of management information systems.
Ensure the integrity and reliability of financial and management data.
Train internal users in management tools and systems.

Minimum 3 years' experience in management control, preferably in an SME or craft business.
Advanced degree in finance, accounting or management.
Proficiency in ERP, Google Workspace, accounting, payroll and HRIS software.
Ability to manage dashboards and performance indicators.
Rigor, proactivity, precision, reliability, adaptability to change, listening skills, teamwork, autonomy, creativity and curiosity.

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Location: Lyon, Villeurbanne
Type of contract : CDI
Status: Non-executive
Collective bargaining agreement: Furniture manufacturing (IDCC 1411)
Starting date : As soon as possible
Salary: Between 32K and 35K
Manager: Alexandre Coupé (CFO)

JOUFFRE LTD
Established in 1987 in Lyon, a city renowned for its rich textile heritage, Jouffre stands at the pinnacle of luxury upholstery and window treatments. While our roots are deeply anchored in France, our expertise stretches globally with dedicated craftsmen and teams stationed in Long Island City, New York, Lyon, Rabat and soon in London. Serving the visions of the world's most distinguished interior designers, we've been entrusted with projects spanning private residences, renowned hotels, and other prestigious spaces.
At Jouffre, our daily mission is to breathe life into time-honored craftsmanship, translating the audacious visions of international designers into tangible luxury. Beyond our craft, we are staunch believers in nurturing the growth of our team members. We foster an environment that celebrates initiative, autonomy, responsibility, and unwavering dedication. Join us, and be a part of a legacy where tradition meets innovation.
This year 2024 will once again mark the history of Jouffre as we seek to develop a new workshop in London, Jouffre Limited. This project represents much more than a simple expansion, it’s for us a real challenge and an opportunity to build something remarkable again.

POSITION INFORMATIONS

Location: London
Starting Date: June or July 2024
Type of Contract: Full-Time
Salary: £15-£18 per hour
Link to Apply: https://www.jouffre.com/en/recruitment

MAIN MISSION
Carry out, from the beginning to the end, all the stages of fabricating window treatment (drapes, sheers, shades) according to precise and defined conditions

MISSIONS
Creating templates
Cutting fabrics
Cutting and shaping foam for seats and backs
Making the traditional and modern seat stuffing (webbing, springs, horsehair, foam)
Making and covering pillow and cushions
Sewing both by hand and by machine
Upholstering any types of furniture

Qualifications needed:
Mastery of traditional and modern inside upholstery is required
Mastery of cutting, sewing, templating and upholstering is expected
Mastery of leather and wall upholstery is a real plus
Experience: 5 to 10 years (in making new furniture as well as in reupholstery)
Language: English mandatory, French is a plus

Souchet Inspired Woodwork is a company specializing in seat joinery and cabinetmaking, committed to the manufacture and creation of remarkable, long-lasting furniture. Ateliers Souchet creates traditional and contemporary custom-made pieces for international players in interior design and architecture, in the luxury hotel and residential sectors, as well as in yachting.

Main mission
For this two-month internship, we're looking for someone who is curious, creative and rigorous, and who has an appetite for craftsmanship.
PLEASE NOTE: The Ateliers Jouffre Communication Manager will be providing remote tutoring for this internship.

Job description
The Communications Manager implements action plans to promote the company's image and projects, and increase its visibility among specific targets (customers, prospects, partners, etc.).

- Editorial content management and writing (articles, NL...)
- Community management: Instagram and Linkedin
- Strategic monitoring and trend analysis on social networks
- Creation and management of external communication media using the Adobe suite
- Organization and follow-up of events (trade shows, etc.)
- Photo shoots
- Liaise with external service providers (videographer, graphic designer, caterer, etc.)

You have a Licence 3 or Bachelor's degree specializing in communications and initial experience in this field. A very good command of spelling is essential for this position.

Other information
Location: 15 rue du Cléra - 52700 Liffol-le-Petit
Starting date : As soon as possible
Type of contract: Internship (2 months) - Remote tutoring

Souchet Inspired Woodwork is a company specializing in seat joinery and cabinetmaking, committed to the manufacture and creation of remarkable, long-lasting furniture. Ateliers Souchet creates traditional and contemporary custom-made pieces for international players in interior design and architecture, in the luxury hotel and residential sectors, as well as in yachting.

Main responsibilities
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will shape and assemble pre-cut wooden parts for the special or mass production of all types of seating.

Job description

Prepare your production
- Study production orders
- Machine set-up, tool sharpening, manufacture of shims or jigs

Ensure production
- Part machining, finishing, sanding, assembly, quality control
- Internal supplies and transfer of production orders

Maintain your workstation
- Workstation and equipment maintenance, 1st level maintenance
- Report any malfunctions

Participate in objectives
- Comply with company quality, safety and environmental requirements

You have at least 5 years' experience in a similar position.

You are a self-starter with knowledge of standard equipment (sanding machines, disc sanders, staplers, glue guns, etc.).

You know how to manage production quantity and quality. You know how to manage templates, plans, operating procedures and instruction sheets.

You are self-motivated, a team player, good at communicating and conscientious about the tasks required.

Other information

Location: 15 rue du Cléra - 52700 Liffol-le-Petit
Starting date : As soon as possible
Type of contract: CDI 35h/S (2-month renewable trial period)
Department : Cabinetmaking / Joinery
Salary: Salary to be determined according to experience and skills
Experience : 3 years minimum

Souchet Inspired Woodwork is a company specializing in seat joinery and cabinetmaking, committed to the manufacture and creation of remarkable, long-lasting furniture. Ateliers Souchet creates traditional and contemporary custom-made pieces for international players in interior design and architecture, in the luxury hotel and residential sectors, as well as in yachting.

Main responsibilities
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will design programs to drive 3-, 4- and 5-axis numerically-controlled woodworking machines.

Job description

Programming
- Setting up 3, 4 and 5-axis milling programs in CAM.
- G-code reading required

Simulation
- Verification of correct operation before machining

Machining
- Production of machining file for NC operator
- Compliance with quality, safety and environmental requirements

Software used
- CAM Mastercam, Madcam, B-Solid
- Knowledge of Rhinoceros CAD would be a plus

You have a Bac + 2 (BTS, DUT, or equivalent) in the wood industry and solid experience in a similar position.

You'll need to be a good communicator and be able to put forward proposals for the development of the digital park.

Your motivation will be essential.

Other information

Location: 15 rue du Cléra - 52700 Liffol-le-Petit
Starting date : As soon as possible
Type of contract: CDI 35h/S (trial period of 3 months renewable)
Department: Programming
Salary: Salary to be determined according to experience and skills
Experience: 3 years minimum

Furniture Design

- Collaborate with interior designers to bring their bespoke designs from ideas all the way to finished pieces
- Engage in aesthetic and technical development of furniture designs, including 3D modeling in Rhino, rendering in Keyshot, and 3D printing
- Conduct CAD drafting and produce technical shop drawings for clients and manufacturing partners
- Create mock-ups and 3D prints to communicate design intent
- Provide creative direction and consulting for designer collaborations
- Provide technical expertise and recommendations regarding ergonomics, comfort, and fabrication plans
- Organize and manage 3D Model and shop drawing databases
- Take templates of site specific conditions as well as complex design details
- Contribute actively and thrive in a collaborative environment

Product Management

- Ensure all projects meet standards and quality expectations while maintaining integrity of design details and dimensions
- Work closely with upholstery craftsmen and oversee the accurate execution of design concepts
- Assist with order management that involve subcontracted components consisting of wood, metal, and other specialty materials (when needed)
- Help in the search of new vendors and partners; coordinate with existing ones
- Maintain quality control of upholstery frames, finishes, and completed furniture pieces
- Participate in weekly project and production planning meetings

Continuous Improvement

- Pursue continuous improvements in all aspects of the design studio missions and processes
- Develop craft and material offerings
- Develop standard finish library
- Develop our digital prototyping and fabrication capabilities through research, ideation, and innovation
- Support and develop the design process for internal/external creative projects

Additional tasks may arise based on the company's needs.

We are looking for someone who is a fusion of a meticulous furniture designer and a diligent product manager. They should be adept at transforming designer concepts into tangible masterpieces, leveraging tools like Rhino and Keyshot. We are looking for someone who is familiar with our type of company and who has already worked in our field: high end upholstery and window treatment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in either Furniture Design or Industrial Design and should be a detail-oriented designer familiar with a dynamic and team-oriented environment.

Beyond design, the candidate will assure project quality, manage vendor relationships, and guide the creation process alongside our craftsmen. This role dives deep into upscale Morocco and international interior design, demanding innovation and continuous improvement.

Collaboration is central, the candidate will work closely with the Workshop Manager and the Projects Managers of Morocco but also with the Design Studio of Lyon and New York who are already well established.

Prerequisites:

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

- Degree in Furniture Design or Industrial Design
- 1-3 years of industry-specific experience
- Furniture Design Portfolio required (website or PDF)

Software and Technical Proficiencies:

- Expertise in Rhino 7 (knowledge of Grasshopper is a plus)
- Strong proficiency in Adobe CC: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Proficiency in Keyshot and Google Office Suite: Sheets, Docs, Etc
- Familiarity with 3D Printing Slicer Programs

Skills and Attitudes:

- Comprehensive understanding of metal / wood technology, finishes, and fabrication methods
- Strong knowledge of furniture design history as well as contemporary and Moroccan / Moresque design trends
- Ability to juggle multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality
- Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with clients, vendors, and team members
- Strong drive to innovate and excel in a dynamic industry and environment
- Exceptional organizational skills, with a focus on file and time management
- Strong ability to take initiative and natural leadership
- Ability to adapt to an evolving company in Morocco
- French is mandatory and English and Arabic are a real plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Start Date: ASAP
Department: Design Studio
Salary: 10000 to 12000 Dirham per month (based on experience)

Furniture Design Portfolio required (website or PDF)

What is exciting is that everything has to be developed! From the search of the ideal location to the recruitment of an exceptional team and its management, including the acquisition of equipment and the development of production processes. Every day will be a new step in building a truly special new workshop.

To give you a little more detail, you will be responsible for the workshops as well as all production within the company. By maintaining a very high level of requirements in terms of results and involvement, you will be in charge with the Country Manager of the serenity, well-being, pleasure at work of the team that we are going to recruit as well as of their personal development.

As part of our values ​​(rigor, transference, perseverance, creativity) you will have to encourage them to make decisions and initiatives. This will ensure their commitment and lead to customer satisfaction. Your ambition? Achieve Jouffre’s human and economic performance objectives!

You will have a lot of different responsibilities and missions in the following fields:

- Development of the workshop (with the Country Manager)
- Purchases of Machines and Equipment
- Project Coordination
- Management of Supplies and Inventories
- Recruitment and Management

Click on "Apply" to find out more!

To succeed in this amazing project, we will need people who share our passion for craftsmanship, our determination to push boundaries, and our commitment to excellence. We are looking for creative individuals, innovators who don't shy away from the unknown, leaders who know how to transform obstacles into opportunities, starting with you!

We are looking for a candidate who is an Upholsterer with a minimum of 10 years of experience and who ideally has experience in production management, projects and team management or at least a great desire to improve skills in these areas!

Of course, planning and monitoring production in a manufacturing workshop no longer holds any secrets for you! Perfectly autonomous and agile, you like challenges and you know how to inspire a team and support a company in its human and economic performance and international development. You are a truly positive, dynamic, proactive and optimistic leader even if you have character because you know how to question yourself.

Your communication, your organization and your ability to manage tense situations are your main strengths. You are constantly proactive and you like to take initiatives. Acting results-oriented and proactively, we are counting on you to take charge of all production and operations at Jouffre Limited and develop this company!

Together we have the opportunity to create a place where ideas come to life, where quality is unquestionable and where every piece is a work of art. Let's make it happen!

Prerequisites:

- Be a professional upholsterer with 10 years of experience
- Experience required in the high-end sector
- Be bilingual in English, French is a plus
- Have worked in London or at least a good knowledge of the London market
- Have good command of IT tools
- Have had an experience in project management, production and team management (Management) is a real plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Starting date: April / May 2024 (with prior training in our workshops in Lyon)
Manager: Caroline Deschamps (Country Manager)
Salary: £48,800.00 gross per year with benefits:

1.5 days holiday per month plus bank holidays (according to the British Law)
1 day holiday will be earned each year up to a maximum of 25 days holiday per year
International health insurance to be provided by the company (April International)
Monthly travelcards to be paid by the company
2 first monthly rent to be paid by the company
4 round trips to Paris to be paid by the company

The profile sought must master all the techniques of modern and traditional dressmaking:

- Development of decorating techniques;
- Cutting of fabrics / leathers;
- Hand and machine sewing;
- The application of trimmings;
- Finishing;
- The mastery of fabrics;

PROFILE

We are looking for an autonomous and proactive upholsterer, focused on quality and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work as part of a team and will have a real capacity to listen, to transmit and to share his/her know-how. Mastery of all modern and traditional garment making techniques is required.

If you wish to join a creative workshop, participate in exceptional projects and contribute to the excellence of a company labeled "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant", do not hesitate to apply!

Location of the position: Lyon, Villeurbanne
Starting date: ASAP
Number of positions to be filled: 1
Experience: 10 years minimum
Type of contract: Full Time Contract
Salary: Between 2400€ and 3400€ brut / month (based on experience)

In our Lyon workshops, you will join a team of qualified craftsmen. Your mission will consist of :

- Carrying out the upholstery (horsehair / foam)
- Making templates
- Cutting fabrics / leathers
- Carry out the hand / machine sewing
- Make the pocketed / stretched cover
- Putting on the finishing elements
- Carry out possible travels on site for installation (France / International)

We are looking for an experienced, autonomous and proactive senior upholsterer with solid technical skills in upholstery.

You are a dynamic and curious person with good interpersonal skills! Indeed, teamwork is a very strong and important concept within Jouffre.

Furthermore, you have a real capacity to transmit and share your know-how and have a sense of responsibility. Your rigor and your attention to detail are among your main qualities!

Prerequisites:
- Mastery of all traditional, semi-traditional and contemporary (modern) tapestry techniques is required
- Mastery of cutting, sewing, upholstery and covering is expected
- Have a good command and knowledge of fabrics
- The practice of English is a plus

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Starting date: ASAP
Type of contract: CDI
Experience: 10 years minimum
Salary: Between 2400€ and 3400€ brut per month (Based on experience)

On our building sites, in France or abroad, as well as in our Lyon workshops, you will join a team of qualified craftsmen. Your mission will consist in :

- To carry out dimensional measurements
- Install equipment / support fittings
- Install simple and elaborate confections
- Carry out work of wall hangings
- Carry out sheathing work (fabric and leather)
- Assemble, adjust and set up furniture
- Make templates, cut fabrics/leather, sew and finish
- Manage the tools in conjunction with the logistics team
- Manage your schedule and your interventions
- Make numerous trips to the site for installation

We are looking for an autonomous and proactive upholsterer with good technical skills and knowledge in upholstery.

We are looking for a dynamic and organized person with good interpersonal skills, as teamwork is a very strong and important concept within Jouffre.

As a true ambassador of the company on its sites in France and abroad, we are looking for a candidate who attaches great importance to customer service and contributes to the high-end image of our company.

In addition, you have a real capacity to transmit and share your know-how and have a sense of responsibility. Your rigor and your attention to detail are among your main qualities!

Prerequisites:
- Mastery of all tapestry techniques is expected
- Knowing how to organize, adapt your work and work on the road is essential
- English is a real plus for this position

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

Starting date : ASAP
Type of contract : CDI
Experience : Beginner accepted
Salary : According to experience