Leather Sorting Coordinator (F/M)

LVMH; Firenze; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Louis Vuitton is seeking a Leather Sorter Coordinator to lead a 10-person team across Italy, Spain, and France. You will drive continuous improvement, standardize sorting practices for classic and exotic leathers, and act as the main liaison with materials, production sites, and tannery operations.

Fluent Italian and French are required; Spanish is a plus. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and cross-country collaboration within the luxury materials hub.

Qualifications

• Higher education background; solid experience (min 5 years) in material quality, leather sorting, or cutting.
• managerial experience leading multi-site or remote teams is essential.
• Proven expertise in leather (classic and exotic) is a strong prerequisite.
• Proficiency in Italian and French; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10 leather sorters across multiple sites in Italy and other EU locations.
• Coordinate cross-country activities and harmonize sorting practices for classic and exotic leathers.
• Serve as the central point of contact between the team and Materials Hub, Leather Division, and production sites.
• Analyze sorting data, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate communication of technical information and material alerts across sites.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Team coordination

Communication

Quality improvement

Education

Higher education background

Tools

Tannery inspection methods

Quality tools

Job description

As part of the optimization of our raw material supply chain and the strict quality standards that characterize our products, we are seeking a Leather Sorter Coordinator.

Reporting to the Quality Manager of the Italy Materials Hub, you will manage and lead a team of 10 leather sorters spread across multiple locations (6 in Italy, 2 in Spain, and 2 in France). Acting as a true operational and managerial pivot, you are the primary point of contact between your team and the wider company. You will drive activity through data and instill a constant continuous improvement approach to guarantee the consistency and excellence of sorting practices (for both classic and exotic leathers).

Job responsibilities

• Management and Leadership of the Team (10 team members)
• Lead, coach, and unite the team of quality referent based across sites in Italy, Spain, and France.
• Facilitate management routines, monitor skills, support skills development, and harmonize international sorting practices (classic and exotic leathers).
• Central Point of Contact (Company Interface)
• Act as a facilitator and single point of contact between the sorters and the company's other departments (Materials Hub, Leather Division, production sites, cutting workshops, tanneries).
• Streamline the communication of technical information, material alerts, and inspection guidelines across the various sites and internal/external stakeholders.
• Data Analysis and Performance Management
• Exploit and analyze sorting data, quality indicators, selection rates, and workshop operating feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Report KPIs to stakeholders and propose corrective action plans based on measurable facts.
• Driving a Constant Continuous Improvement Approach
• Drive and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team to continually optimize control, sorting, and material usability methods.
• Implement regular calibration campaigns and share best practices across different countries.
• Participate in projects related to the evolution of tools and quality standards

Profile

Education and Experience

• Higher education background, with solid experience (minimum 5 years) in material quality, leather sorting, or cutting, ideally within the luxury sector.
• Successful managerial experience in leading multi-site or remote teams is essential.
• Proven expertise in leather (classic and exotic leathers) is a strong prerequisite.

Professional Skills and Abilities

• Natural leadership, with excellent listening, communication, and team-building skills.
• Strong affinity for data analysis and the structuring of performance indicators. Continuous improvement mindset, proactive, and capable of proposing initiatives.
• Recognized pedagogical skills, ability to transmit demanding standards, lead team routines, and manage change.
• Proficiency in quality tools and tannery inspection methods.

Languages

• Professional proficiency in Italian and French (required for multi-country coordination). Proficiency in Spanish is considered a valuable additional asset.

Additional information

For this position employment is expected at Level 5 of the Pelli e Succedanei Industria CCNL. The gross annual salary will be defined based on internal salary standards, the candidate's skills, and the requirements of the role.
Further benefits may be granted in accordance with current company policies

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton perpetuates the ambitious vision of its namesake. From his origins as a master trunk maker, manufacturing boxes used to pack both everyday objects as well as voluminous wardrobes, Louis Vuitton and his successors introduced numerous innovations including the advent of the flat-top trunk, lightweight canvas, signature patterns, and the tumbler lock. Today, Louis Vuitton’s legacy is expressed through its rigorous spirit of innovation, the boldness of its creations and an uncompromising demand for excellence.

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