Kering Production Planning Application Expert

Scandicci • Italy

Friday, February 13, 2026

Kering, a prestigious global luxury conglomerate, is renowned for its portfolio of iconic brands including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. As a leader in the luxury fashion industry, Kering is committed to fostering a culture of creativity, sustainability, and excellence. The company provides a dynamic environment for professional growth and innovation, making it an employer of choice for those passionate about luxury fashion and technology.

1. Oversee projects related to production applications, ensuring stability, performance, and continuous improvement of business-critical tools.
2. Lead end-to-end implementation projects, including software and vendor selection, deliverables, project planning and monitoring, testing, and system upgrades.
3. Manage relationships with vendors and brands, including demand and capacity planning, and provide on-site support to identify improvement opportunities.
4. Assist the Area Manager in identifying development strategies for supplier collaboration and planning tool applications.
5. Handle constraints, risks, issues, conflict escalation, and negotiations to normalize and recover from critical events.
6. Be responsible for application services and service level agreements (SLAs).
7. Assist in managing the dedicated budget for the applications in scope.
8. Support and leverage the strengths and competencies of the team.

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
2. Proven experience of at least 6-8 years in large, complex, and international companies.

1. Knowledge of collaboration and planning tools for the fashion industry.
2. Strong knowledge of Excel and Power BI; familiarity with Qlik or GCP is a plus.
3. Knowledge of GPS Planning tools, WSE/SSC tools, or other collaboration or planning tools.
4. Proven ability to work collaboratively with others and build strong working relationships.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Fluent in Italian and English; knowledge of French is a plus.
7. Rigorous, autonomous, organized, committed, and transparent.
8. Ability to execute tasks effectively in a dynamic environment.

At least 6-8 years of experience in large, complex, and international companies, with a focus on production planning and application management.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field preferred.

Kering offers a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment with endless possibilities for learning and growth. The company is committed to fostering internal mobility and talent development, promoting leadership skills, and helping employees reach their full potential.

Kering is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities in employment. The company values diversity in all its forms, believing it enriches the workplace and fosters adaptability in a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Kering welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.