KERING CORPORATE Sustainable Textile Supply Chain Specialist page is loaded KERING CORPORATE Sustainable Textile Supply Chain Specialist Apply locations MILANO time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R126960 SummaryAbout KeringA global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods and Jewelry: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735 as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow's Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: "Empowering Imagination". In 2022, Kering had over 47,000 employees and revenue of €20.4 billion.We are currently looking for a Sustainable Textile Supply Chain Specialist who will support the RTW Sustainable Development Manager at our Material Innovation Lab (MIL) in Milan. Job DescriptionYour opportunityYou will be an integral part of the Material Innovation Lab (MIL). Our M I L provides the Group's Houses and key suppliers with resources, tools and new solutions to help them understand how to make more sustainable choices in their products' development. As part of our team, you will provide knowledge and technical support on sustainable materials (textiles, trims, non-woven) to the Brands. The scope of work includes maintaining up to date MIL collection of innovative and sustainable materials (the "library" and the "database"), strategic support to integrate sustainable materials into products and technical support to define and identify sustainable materials .How you will contributeSupport and f oster relationships with Kering 's Houses teams, direct s uppliers and sub-suppliers on the interpretation of Kering 's s tandards and protocols, certifications and scheme s for textile m aterialsProvide Kering 's Houses with technical support on textile material supply chains and compliance procedure s by identifying issues, designing and conducting analyses and synthesizing conclusions into recommendationsSearch , test and be constantly up to date on relevant scheme s, new methods, platforms and mapping system s related to textile materia l supply chains , transparency and traceabilitySupport c ontinuous improvement of Kering 's s ustainability targets in textile s upply c hain processes and systems related to textile material sourcingBecome an expert consultant on the assigned topics contributing to improve the knowledge of the whole team, supporting the knowledge transferAct as an ambassador for the Material Innovation Lab at industry trade shows, events and meetings with stakeholdersContribute to organize and continuously updat e the M aterial Innovation La b digital database , material library and archiveWho you areYou have an e ducational background in logistics engineering , business economics or business administration combined with a s trong interest in sustainabilityYou hold s eniority , both in material sourcing and fashion supply chain s , and in understanding and interpreting protocols, certifications scheme, standards for textile materialsYou are e ager to be the best in class and make that extra step in achieving operational excellence , blending strategic thinking with practical recommendationsYou are o rganized and a rigorous curator with a meticulous eye for detail with problem-solving and project management skills enabling you to confidently handle multiple projects and stakeholdersYou have a p roven record in leadership in a work setting or through extra-professional activitiesYou are a team-player who thrives in a fast-moving, international environment with a positive attitude , able to communicate complex ideas effectivelyYou are fluent in Italian and English , French is a plusWhy work with us?This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the evolution of L uxury toward a more sustainable future, in a highly innovative environment that offers opportunities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their potential in an open, diverse and stimulating work environment.Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background .Job TypeRegular Start Date2024-03-04 ScheduleFull time OrganizationKERING ITALIA S.P.A.About Kering A global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods, Jewelry: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, DoDo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735 as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté.By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrow's Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: "Empowering Imagination". In 2022, Kering had over 47,000 employees and revenue of €20.4 billion.Join us to shape the Luxury of tomorrow with us.#J-18808-Ljbffr
