Small Leathergoods Designer

How will you make an impact? You will:Conduct creative research, drawing inspiration from the brand’s heritage, contemporary trends and lifestyle, and material innovationsDevelop design proposals for medium and small leather goods, including sketches, technical drawings, and 3D mock-upsCollaborate closely with internal teams, including merchandising and development departments, to align designs with brand vision and business objectivesParticipate to the materials selection, leathers, finishes, and hardware, ensuring they align with the brand’s aesthetic and sustainability commitmentsOversee the development process with the Leathergoods developer, working closely with suppliers and to ensure the highest quality standards are metParticipate to prototypes review with development and industrial teams to ensure design requirements and high quality standards are met in productionHow will you experience success with us?Previous robust experience in small/medium leather goods design, within the luxury sectorStrong creative and technical skills, including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D modeling softwareDeep knowledge of leather types, construction techniques, and luxury finishingCuriosity for new and sustainable materialsExperience collaborating with suppliers, tanneries, and artisans to bring designs to lifeAbility to balance creativity with commercial viability, ensuring designs align with market needsPositive mindset, good communicator and able to collaborate with others welcoming other people’s point of viewA keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyFluent in Italian and English; proficiency in French is a plusWhat makes our group different?Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the riche diversity of our arts, cultures and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty and solidarityWe foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility and integrityWe care for the world we live inYour Journey With UsPlease include your portfolio in the application.If your profile will be selected, you will have the opportunity to meet the Talent Acquisition, the HR Manager, the Accessories Design Director, the Design Director.Learn more about life at Richemont and our maisons below:https://www.linkedin.com/company/richemont/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtcz344eqsWvggwOnq-yljg