Fabric R&D Assistant

Canali S.P.A.; Monza; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Canali S.P.A. in Monza is looking for a candidate to manage collection and sample range responsibilities. This role involves preparation of materials for collection development, monitoring supplier contacts, and managing creative assets like color cards and mood boards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of relevant experience, with strong Italian and English skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and graphic design software such as Photoshop. Canali values diversity and equal opportunities in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• 2/3 years of previous experience required.
• Knowledge of the product relevant to tailored luxury and masculine elegance.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of panels for meetings and presentations.
• Support for supplier contact and monitoring of collection progress.
• Management of color cards and mood boards for suppliers.
• Project progress monitoring.
• Support for pre-selection of samples.

Skills

Italian language proficiency at C1 level or above

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Good knowledge of English

Familiarity with graphic design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Precision and organizational skills

Problem-solving attitude

Dynamic and flexible approach to work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Canali has been a paradigm of Italian tailored luxury and masculine elegance for over 90 years. Since 1934, it has promoted the values of Made in Italy excellence through its artisanal know‑how, creating sartorial masterpieces of extraordinary fit and comfort in a perfect balance of elements that blends culture and history with style and taste.

Job Responsability

1. Collection/Sample Range

• Preparation of panels for meetings and PowerPoint presentations
• Preparation of materials for collection development
• Material orders
• Support for supplier contact and monitoring of collection progress
• Management of color cards and mood boards for suppliers
• Project progress monitoring (status)
• Support for pre-selection of samples and studies

2. Reporting/Documents

• Directives
• Support for guidelines, counts, collection briefs, PK, etc.
• Reports and presentations for seasonal meetings

3. Research

4. Sample and Archive Management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification providing knowledge of the product;
• 2/3 years of previous experience;
• Italian language proficiency at C1 level or above;
• Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint;
• Good knowledge of the English language;
• Familiarity with the main graphic design software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign);
• Precision, passion, organizational skills and a problem‑solving attitude;
• Dynamic and flexible approach to work.

Our selection process is based exclusively on skills, merit and professional aptitude, ensuring a respectful and welcoming work environment for everyone.

Canali strongly values diversity and respects equal opportunities. All our job postings are addressed to candidates of any gender.