The Davines Group, founded in Parma in 1983, specializes in professional cosmetic products under the brands Davines for haircare and [ comfort zone ] for skincare. Led by Chairman Davide Bollati and CEO Anthony Molet, the Group is headquartered in Parma at the Davines Group Village, alongside which stand the Scientific Garden and EROC - European Regenerative Organic Center - a research center focusing on regenerative organic agriculture stemming from a partnership with the Rodale Institute. The Group became a B corp in 2016, and today has 8 offices, operates in 90 countries, and employs around 900 collaborators globally. Since 2019, both the Italian and US subsidiaries have been Benefit CorporationsJOB MISSIONAre you ready to make a meaningful impact? We’re looking for passionate individuals eager to help grow our Innovation Department while upholding our core values of beauty, ethics, and sustainability.As our Innovation Specialist, you will spread digital innovation throughout the Davines Group by supporting all business areas and experimenting with new methodologies and technologies.What You Will DoContribute to spreading a digital and innovation-oriented culture by supporting the organization of internal workshops, events, and trainingExplore open-source and commercial AI/ML libraries to build experimental tools, models, or internal demosHelp introduce Microsoft 365 Copilot by guiding colleagues in discovering its value for enhancing productivity and collaborationSupport the Innovation Team in researching and evaluating emerging trends, technologies, and potential partnershipsAssist in expanding and maintaining the innovation network, collaborating with startups, research centers, incubators, and other ecosystem playersWho You AreDegree in STEM disciplines (Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics etc.) or Innovation ManagementPassion for innovation, emerging technologies, and digital transformationGood knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint) and ability to support and promote the adoption of Microsoft Copilot within internal teams.Curious, proactive, and eager to learnGood communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teamsCurious, self-driven, and hands-on—someone who loves to "tinker" with technologyGood communication skills in English, both written and verbalHands-on skills with Python, familiarity with AI/ML librariesNice-to-Have CompetenciesExperience with no-code/low-code platforms (e.g. Power Automate).Exposure to agile methods, lean startup or design thinking.Experience collaborating with startups, accelerators, or open innovation ecosystems.Previous work in corporate innovation labs or digital transformation teams.WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING WITH USAt Davines Group, we may not be perfect, but we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inspiring environment where we grow together. We believe in the power of beauty—both in the products we create and in the way we treat the planet and people. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and when you join our team, you’ll become part of a company that makes decisions with the future in mind. We value individuals who are passionate about purposeful innovation and are eager to contribute to a positive impact on the world.EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYAt Davines Group, we celebrate diversity and inclusiveness as core values that are integral to our Ethical Chart. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our hiring practices are free from discrimination, and we do not make employment decisions based on race, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, parental status, or any other factor unrelated to merit. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our ability to innovate and thrive.
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