About the role:We are looking for a Leather goods product expert who will join Chloé's Development Team in Milan, responsible for researching and developing materials related to LLG/SLG collections and special projects, managing a technical team with the purpose of ensuring that materials meet style, quality, cost and reproducibility requirements in production and working firsthand with Paris-based merchandising and internal contacts for quality, industrialization, and costing.HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?You'll be in charge of:Managing Raw materials research for LLG/SLG Collections: leathers, fabrics, components, special Animations (embroideries, prints, crafting techniques) Overseeing physical and chemical tests, working closely with Quality Control Team to solve any potential issuesManaging Color Card for Collections, in collaboration with Merchandising and Design Teams. Managing Leather orders for sampling and sampling leftoversSupporting industrialization and production phases by working with Leather & Textile Project ManagerManaging materials data within PLMrepresenting the contact person for Industrialization team and Costing Manager during the costing phase, being able to propose alternative materials and solutions if neededdeveloping fair trade and sustainable materials projects jointly with the sustainability team based in ParisHOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?7+ years of experience in a finished product/raw material development role for leather goods and/or footwear industryBachelor's degree/diploma with specialization on industrial product developmentKnowledge of leathers, fabrics, and main semi-finished parts applied to the finished productGood English knowledge (French knowledge will be considered as a plus)Good command of PLM or other similar information systemsUnderstanding of the development flow of a leather goods productGood command of Excel (Pivot, Cerca_vert etc.)Attitude for managing priorities and negotiation skillsGood Standing and Communication skillsEnthusiastic, proactive and able to motivate and manage the teamYOUR JOURNEY WITH USAfter selecting your application, our HR team will contact you for the following steps:Interview with Talent Acquisition TeamInterview with Hiring ManagerInterview with Chloé LG Industrial Director WHAT WE OFFERAgile-Working PolicyLearning & Development OpportunitiesFlexible entry timeWe look for curious people, free spirited and determined, who want to be part of the Chloé Family. We search for people with a strong emotional intelligence, generous, humble, and smiley with a natural willingness to help others.We encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace, while supporting and inspiring every individual.
