Position:
The position is in Bagno a Ripoli (Florence). Within the office, the candidate will oversee all activities related to the industrialization & quality control of leather products. This role acts as a bridge between design, procurement, technical aspects, cutting and assembling, ensuring that materials meet aesthetic, performance, cost and sustainability objectives. It is a fundamental link between creative vision, supplier selection and production preparation. The candidate will coordinate a team of 3 Raw Materials Inspectors LG.
Job responsibilities:
1. Conduct in-depth assessments of material feasibility in the early stages of design reviews to identify potential challenges and opportunities;
2. Proactively evaluate the technical limitations and production implications of proposed materials to ensure alignment with production capabilities and cost objectives;
3. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department to define technical aspects, raw material testing activities and verify compliance with company quality parameters;
4. Actively managing the CQ team by scheduling activities and supervising operational aspects;
5. Use the database (Modelform) to record material data sheets shared with suppliers;
6. Support the strategic sourcing team in defining comprehensive material characteristics, performance specifications and quality standards;
7. Contribute to define countertype sourcing together with purchasing and product development departments, according to technical specs and industrial needs;
8. Collaborate with model makers, product engineers and production teams to ensure the manufacturability of materials and their industrial suitability;
9. Work closely with production stakeholders to optimize material usage, minimize waste and streamline production processes;
10. Develop and implement standardized processes for material industrialization to improve efficiency and reduce lead times;
Profile:
11. Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent
12. Experience (8-10 years) in the fashion industry or tanneries
13. Experience in industrialization of plain and exotic leather
14. Excellent knowledge of materials and production processes
15. Strong attention to new trends and research
16. Ability to work under pressure in a timely manner
17. Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
18. Fluent in Italian, good knowledge of English
19. Team working
20. Accuracy
Additional information:
“LVMH is committed to non-discrimination and respect of each person’s singularities. We recognize and recruit all types of talent”