Leathergoods Designer

Richemont; Pisa; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading luxury goods company in Italy seeks a Designer for small and medium leather goods. You will create designs, collaborate with internal teams, and oversee the production process. The ideal candidate has robust design experience in the luxury sector and must be fluent in Italian and English. A portfolio is required for the application.

Competenze

• Previous robust experience in small/medium leather goods design.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial viability.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, tanneries, and artisans.

Mansioni

• Conduct creative research for design inspiration.
• Develop design proposals including sketches and mock-ups.
• Collaborate with teams to align designs with brand vision.

Conoscenze

Creative design

Technical skills

Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator

Knowledge of leather types

Collaboration with suppliers

Fluent in Italian and English

Strumenti

Adobe Photoshop

3D modeling software

Descrizione del lavoro

Since 1964, Alaïa is a Parisian Fashion Maison, with a Couture soul and a timeless sense of beauty.

Azzedine Alaïa, a legendary master of cut, changed the look of fashion in the 80s with his sculptural silhouettes. Today, the Belgian Creative Director Pieter Mulier continues his quest for perfection and modernity, sharing the same technical skills and passion for arts. Shape-driven creations and iconic knits are sculpted on the body, crafting unique interpretations of the free beauty of women.

How will you make an impact? You will:

• Conduct creative research, drawing inspiration from the brand’s heritage, contemporary trends and lifestyle, and material innovations.
• Develop design proposals for medium and small leather goods, including sketches, technical drawings, and 3D mock-ups.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including merchandising and development departments, to align designs with brand vision and business objectives.
• Participate in the materials selection, leathers, finishes, and hardware, ensuring they align with the brand’s aesthetic and sustainability commitments.
• Oversee the development process with the Leathergoods developer, working closely with suppliers to ensure the highest quality standards are met.
• Participate in prototypes review with development and industrial teams to ensure design requirements and high quality standards are met in production.

How will you experience success with us?

• Previous robust experience in small / medium leather goods design, within the luxury sector.
• Strong creative and technical skills, including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D modeling software.
• Deep knowledge of leather types, construction techniques, and luxury finishing.
• Curiosity for new and sustainable materials.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, tanneries, and artisans to bring designs to life.
• Ability to balance creativity with commercial viability, ensuring designs align with market needs.
• Positive mindset, good communicator, and able to collaborate with others, welcoming other people’s points of view.
• A keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluent in Italian and English; proficiency in French is a plus.

What makes our group different?

Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.

• We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity.
• We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity.
• We care for the world we live in.

Your journey with us:

Please include your portfolio in the application.

If your profile is selected, you will have the opportunity to meet the Talent Acquisition, HR Manager, Accessories Design Director, and Design Director.

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