PbShoes Product Project Developer (High-Heeled Sandals Leather Goods – Ultra Luxury) /b /ppbLocation: /b Italy /ppbr/ppOur client is a leading company in the luxury goods industry. We are looking for an experienced bProduction Project Manager /b to oversee the development and production of bultra-luxury women’s footwear /b (particularly high-heeled sandals) and complementary bleather goods /b. /ppbr/ppbYour Role /b /ppbr/ppAs the bFootwear Production Project Manager /b, you will plan, coordinate, and supervise all stages of the manufacturing process. Working autonomously (no direct management), you will ensure the highest quality standards are met throughout production. /ppbr/ppbMain Responsibilities /b /pp1 - Research and consultations /pulliFind and consult manufacturers and suppliers compliant to develop and produce related goods. /liliCompare costs, plannings and MOQs. /liliAssign manufacturers and suppliers compliant to produce related goods. /liliNegotiate commercial terms, MOQs, quality control criteria, organizational questions and timelines. /li /ulpbr/pp2 - Document flow /pulliPrepare contract drafts for signature. /liliPrepare product quality documents. /liliHandle invoices, delivery acts, purchase orders, certificates and all other documents related to the project. /li /ulpbr/pp3 - Product development /pulliDevelop samples and prototypes. Submit for approval and rework per request. /liliPrepare material libraries and select proper materials for production of related articles. /liliHold technical meetings with manufacturers to discuss prototypes and production process, choice of materials, techniques, etc. /liliUnderstand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process. Read and understand 2D and 3D drawings. /liliTest and verify prototypes against a predefined set of criteria throughout all stages of the manufacturing process. Revise the initial design concepts and implement technical improvements. /li /ulpbr/pp4 - Production management /pulliDo multistage production plannings. /liliFollow and report on the project progress. /liliOrganize quality control. /li /ulpbr/pp5 - Post-production management /pulliManage product lifecycle including after-production storage, shipping to the points of sales, post-sale reclamations /li /ulpbr/pp6 - Relationship management /pulliManage and maintain excellent relationships with vendors. Even in difficult situations. Negotiate and find compromise. /li /ulpbr/ppAny other tasks related to the project. /pulliMay include development and production of packaging and printed materials. /li /ulpbr/ppbRequired Skills Knowledge /b /ppbEssential Expertise /b /pulliProven network and experience with bultra-luxury women’s footwear manufacturers in Italy /b (at least 5 years) specializing in bhigh-heeled sandals /b. /liliDeep understanding of the bshoe design adaptation process /b, sampling, and prototyping. /lilibFluency in Italian and English /b (bilingual level). /li /ulpbr/ppExclusive, ultraluxury footwear for women developed, manufactured and commercialized in limited series. Other product categories: leather accessories. /ppbr/ppbTechnical Knowledge /b /pulliComprehensive understanding of footwear assembly processes, materials, and manufacturing technologies. /liliFamiliarity with the tools, machinery, chemicals, and finishing processes used in high-end footwear production. /liliStrong knowledge of bquality control standards /b, defect analysis, and laboratory testing procedures. /liliExpertise in various bmaterials /b: leather, synthetics, textiles, rubber, and plastics. /liliMastery of bmanual techniques /b such as cutting, stitching, and leather handling. /liliUnderstanding of bfootwear components /b (uppers, linings, soles, heels, insoles, etc.). /liliAwareness of bsustainability and ecological concerns /b in material selection and manufacturing processes. /li /ulpbr/ppProfessional requirements: /pulliMinimum 5 years of proven professional experience in development and manufacturing of the most luxurious feminine footwear. /liliExperience of development of feminine footwear on high heels. /liliKnowledge of techniques, technologies, development and production stages. /liliGood expertise in materials, understanding suitability and characteristics of materials. /liliFamiliarity with material and prototype testing. /liliExcellent knowledge of top Italian manufacturers and suppliers involved in high-end feminine footwear manufacturing. /li /ulpbr/ppPersonal qualities of the ideal candidate: /pulliAutonomous, highly responsible, able to carry out the projects from design to product. /liliFlexible and emotionally intelligent. /liliEmpathetic. /liliHighly loyal. /liliVery good self-organizational skills. /liliCoherence and structure in project management. /liliDiligent and willing to learn. /li /ul