LG Material Sourcer - Leather

Within the Leather Goods Sourcing Raw Material team, reporting to the Head of Department, he/she will participate in the identification and selection of high-quality leather materials for the production of leather goods. You will work closely with the design, product development, purchasing, and production teams to ensure that the materials meet aesthetic, technical, quality, regulatory, and cost requirements.

Job Responsabilities

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES:Interface with the Design Accessories Team to receive new collection inputs

Collaborate with designers and product developers to create new materials and adapt existing materials to the specific needs of each collection

Monitor the development of prints and finishes in collaboration with the studios, the Materials teams based in Florence and the manufacturers

Ensure the follow-up of quality tests and compliance with environmental, safety and DIOR standards

Interface with the Product Development Office for the launch of finished product prototypes and swatches

Draft color and material master for production and share with the Industrialization Dept

Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and identify new strategic partnerships

Share regularly with Sourcing team to support and align with the Maisons' Supplier Strategy

Conduct in-depth research on market trends, material innovations, and sustainability best practices.

Maintain a constant watch on new materials, technologies, and market trends.

Profile

Graduate in Fashion / Engineering School or Certificate in Leather Industry

Technical knowledge of leather materials

Previous experience of at least 7/8 years in leather goods production departments and/or tanneries;Advanced Englis level (C1-C2), fluency in French and Italian is mandatory

Knowledge of processing techniques applicable to leather materials

Proven experience in sourcing materials for leather goods or a related sector

Strong interest in Fashion Products, Leather Goods in particular, and Production issues

Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Thoroughness and attention to detail

Sense of organization and ability to manage priorities

Creativity and curiosity

Team spirit, very good interpersonal skills, autonomy, dynamism

Strong sensitivity to quality and sustainable development

Additional Information

Contract

Impiego a tempo indeterminato

Experience

Almeno 5 anni

Type

Full time

Function

Design/Creazione