Ralph Lauren Senior Manager Raw Materials, Accessories

BoF Careers; Scandicci; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A premier fashion brand is seeking a Senior Manager for Raw Materials, Accessories in Scandicci, Tuscany. This role involves leading a team, managing the supply chain, and ensuring timely material launches. Candidates should have 10-12 years of experience in accessories raw materials and excellent English and Italian communication skills. Strong problem-solving abilities and organizational skills are necessary to succeed in a dynamic environment.

Competenze

• 10-12 years of experience in accessories raw materials.
• 10+ years of experience in accessories product development.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Mansioni

• Lead and coordinate the Raw Material Team.
• Monitor calendar deadlines for material launches.
• Conduct costing analysis and quality analysis during development.
• Collaborate with designers and product development teams.

Conoscenze

English

Italian

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Manager Raw Materials, Accessories

Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products across five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, the company’s reputation and image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and markets worldwide.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate three team members of the Raw Material Team, ensuring all working steps of Raw Material leather, fabrics and hardware, from R&D to Industrialization, are accurately followed to avoid issues.
• Monitor calendar deadlines and ensure material launches hit due dates.
• Handle line handoff to guarantee timely material launches.
• Control the supply chain by consolidating suppliers to guarantee top final quality at the best price point.
• Weekly touch base with designers and product development teams to collaborate, guide material selection and product development, anticipating risks and issues.
• Continuously monitor development timing and find solutions in case of delays or issues.
• Conduct costing analysis, pushing for target prices from PMT starting with development.
• Ensure costings are entered in AT for the requested deadline, including estimated tool/die costs.
• Conduct quality analysis during development and pre‑test new materials, material combinations, and special workmanship to avoid risks.
• Participate in product review in Milan with designers, product development, QA team and vendors.
• Ensure steel molds and tools launch on time for bulk production.
• Coordinate with the Production Team to forecast the best TSS based on materials, workmanship, embroideries, etc., to hit deadlines.
• Ensure all material information is passed on to the production team for bulk.
• Follow the industrialization process.
• Align industrialization with QA and work with product development during PPS approvals.

Experience, Skills & Knowledge

• 10‑12 years of experience in accessories raw materials.
• 10+ years of experience in accessories product development.
• Excellent knowledge of English and Italian (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of leather, fabrics and accessories construction.
• Ability to regularly reposition priorities to accommodate frequent change.
• Strong communication skills.
• Problem‑solving, results‑oriented and detail‑oriented personality.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to interact with design, merchandising and logistical support groups.
• Well‑developed computer skills and systems orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Advertising Services

Location: Scandicci, Tuscany, Italy