Alaïa Materials Development and Industrialization Coordinator

Paris • France

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

ALAÏA, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance, is a distinguished brand within the luxury fashion industry. As part of the prestigious Richemont Group, ALAÏA offers a unique opportunity to work in an environment that values innovation, creativity, and excellence. The brand is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about luxury fashion.

1. Assist the Head of Materials Development and Industrialization in sourcing, developing raw materials and colors, and industrializing materials for Footwear and Leather Goods.
2. Act as the primary liaison with suppliers and internal teams, from design to production.
3. Conduct material research based on briefs to provide quick and industrial solutions that align with stylistic desires.
4. Formalize material research briefs based on requests from the studio, merchandising, and artistic direction.
5. Actively engage in sourcing and expand the supplier network to ensure continuous monitoring of market innovations.
6. Organize material presentations, including logistics, preparation, animation, and selection follow-up.
7. Maintain and update a material archive accessible to the Studio.
8. Aid in constructing the color palette and monitor color developments.
9. Manage material supply for prototype/sample development, ensuring adherence to timelines and requirements.
10. Create and reference materials in the ERP system.
11. Organize orders, track, and communicate delivery timelines with suppliers.
12. Alert on risky deliveries and propose solutions.
13. Ensure material viability on finished products and oversee production implementation.
14. Analyze and anticipate risks from sourcing to production commencement.
15. Establish material-specific specifications.
16. Control, validate, and monitor production masters.
17. Prepare handover to the purchasing production team.
18. Request, track, and verify technical sheets.
19. Input information into tables or PLM.
20. Alert in advance when timelines are critical.
21. Monitor production implementation in collaboration with the Accessories production team.
22. Coordinate activities considering the overall project schedule and business needs.
23. Be the primary contact for various departments regarding materials and colors for Accessories.
24. Develop supplier capabilities and seek new suppliers as part of the purchasing strategy.
25. Anticipate future needs and propose process and tool improvements.
26. Manage projects by implementing a process for tracking leftovers.

1. Bachelor's degree +5 in Leather, Chemistry, Materials, or Engineering with significant experience of at least 2/3 years in similar roles, ideally in the luxury sector.
2. Fluent in English and Italian.

1. Strong project management skills.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, InDesign, and PLM.
4. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Product sensitivity.

A minimum of 2 to 3 years of significant experience in similar roles, ideally within the luxury sector.

Bachelor's degree +5 in Leather, Chemistry, Materials, or Engineering.

ALAÏA offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development within the luxury fashion industry.

ALAÏA is dedicated to cultivating a workplace culture that emphasizes creativity, innovation, and excellence. As part of the Richemont Group, the brand values collaboration and professional development, ensuring a supportive and inspiring environment for its employees.