Celine Footwear Development Manager

CELINE, a distinguished French couture and leather goods house, is part of the prestigious LVMH group, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the luxury sector. CELINE is on an ambitious trajectory to become one of the world's most iconic luxury brands, offering a dynamic environment for passionate and agile individuals.

1. Act as the primary liaison with the design studio, participating in style meetings and ensuring seamless communication with Product Managers and manufacturers.
2. Oversee the entire development process, ensuring feasibility and adherence to timelines, while serving as the central point of contact between the studio, Product Managers, and merchandising.
3. Optimize collection margins and support Product Managers in pricing negotiations, aligning with margin objectives and product offerings.
4. Develop and manage the budget for the category in collaboration with the finance department, ensuring strict adherence.
5. Identify and manage industrial, quality, and timing risks during prototyping and sampling phases, ensuring technical validation before production.
6. Organize key events such as Collection Reviews, editing sessions, and showrooms in collaboration with merchandising, ensuring comprehensive preparation of all showroom tools by Product Managers.
7. Collaborate with Merchandising and Retail teams to ensure the relevance of the assortment and lead strategic alignment on project selection.
8. Ensure legal compliance of all projects and facilitate smooth communication between Product Managers and the legal team during development.

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Development, preferably in Footwear or Leather Goods.

1. Strong product sense
2. Attention to detail and autonomy
3. Ability to prioritize and adapt quickly to changes
4. Excellent interpersonal skills
5. Team-oriented mindset
6. Fluent in English
7. Professional proficiency in Italian

Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product Development, preferably in Footwear or Leather Goods.

Business school or university degree

CELINE is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment where diversity in all its forms is valued. The company offers personalized accommodations if necessary and ensures equal opportunities for all talents.

CELINE promotes an inclusive and respectful workplace culture, valuing diversity in origins, identities, orientations, generations, abilities, and life situations. The company actively implements concrete actions for inclusion and supports the professional growth and fulfillment of each employee.