Small Leathergoods Designer

Maison Alaïa; Milano; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A luxury leather goods brand in Milan seeks a designer to conduct creative research and develop proposals for medium and small leather goods. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams to ensure alignment with the brand’s aesthetics and sustainability goals. Candidates should have robust experience in the luxury sector and strong technical skills in design software. Fluency in Italian and English is required.

Competenze

• Robust experience in small/medium leather goods design within the luxury sector.
• Strong creative and technical skills, proficiency in design software.
• Deep knowledge of leather types and luxury finishing.

Mansioni

• Conduct creative research and develop design proposals.
• Collaborate with internal teams and participate in materials selection.
• Oversee development process to ensure quality standards.

Conoscenze

Creative research

Technical design skills

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Language skills (Italian, English)

Strumenti

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

3D modelling software

Descrizione del lavoro

The role focuses on creative research, design proposals, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, material selection and overseeing the development of medium and small leather goods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct creative research, drawing inspiration from the brand’s heritage, contemporary trends, 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 (merchandising and development departments) to align designs with the brand vision and business objectives.
• Participate in materials selection, ensuring leathers, finishes and hardware align with the brand’s aesthetic and sustainability commitments.
• Oversee the development process with the leather goods developer, working closely with suppliers to ensure the highest quality standards are met.
• Participate in prototype reviews with development and industrial teams to confirm design requirements and high quality standards in production.

Qualifications

• 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 modelling 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 communication skills and openness to collaborators’ perspectives.
• A keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in Italian and English; proficiency in French is a plus.

What makes our group different?

• 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 team, the HR Manager, the Accessories Design Director and the Design Director.

Learn more about life at Richemont

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