Loro Piana Manufacturing Deployment Engineer

Quarona • Italy

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Loro Piana, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, is renowned for its unparalleled craftsmanship and commitment to quality. As part of the esteemed LVMH Group, Loro Piana offers a dynamic and innovative work environment, fostering excellence and creativity. The brand is dedicated to maintaining its legacy while embracing modern advancements, making it a coveted employer in the textile and fashion sectors.

1. Support the definition of the strategic industrial plan, identifying short and long-term initiatives to enhance process flexibility and predictability, ensuring cost control and activity safety.
2. Lead the industrial CAPEX process, prioritizing initiatives, compiling investment requests with business cases, managing budget progress, and overseeing project reporting.
3. Conduct benchmarking of other industrial sectors, such as automotive and aerospace, to identify best practices for potential implementation in textile manufacturing processes.
4. Align infrastructure investments with new technologies, including automation, robotics, IoT integration, and Industry 4.0/5.0 solutions.
5. Act as an internal Project Manager, defining operational standards, tools, and methodologies for industrial project management.
6. Supervise the entire project lifecycle, from requirement definition to investment request compilation, team formation, kick-off, implementation, and closure.
7. Participate actively in project implementation on-site, conducting independent activities and technical inspections with department heads.
8. Monitor and report project progress through KPIs and performance tracking tools.
9. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure new initiatives are on time, on budget, and aligned with quality and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements.
10. Identify external suppliers for integrating new industrial solutions, collaborating on technological requirements and coordinating activities during reporting phases.
11. Promote the sharing of best practices and lessons learned to continuously improve efficiency in industrial project management.

1. Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related fields.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial process improvement and CAPEX investment management within a structured industrial environment, preferably in the textile, automotive, or aerospace sectors, or in consultancy.
3. Proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
4. Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional projects and implementing innovative industrial strategies.

1. Experience in managing complex projects, defining objectives, timelines, and KPIs, and actively participating in their implementation on-site.
2. Proficiency in budgeting and CAPEX management, with the ability to develop cost-benefit analyses for investments and process improvements.
3. Expertise in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, PowerBI, SQL) to drive decision-making.
4. Problem-solving skills to identify root causes of issues and implement structured solutions.
5. Familiarity with Industrial Digitalization technologies, including Industry 4.0 and 5.0, IoT sensors, AI-based predictive maintenance, and industrial automation, preferably applied to the textile sector.
6. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and make informed decisions.
7. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management.
8. Strategic vision to align industrial improvements with long-term business objectives.
9. Fluency in English (C1 level); knowledge of French is an advantage.

A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial process improvement and CAPEX investment management within a structured industrial environment, preferably in the textile, automotive, or aerospace sectors, or in consultancy.

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or related fields.

Loro Piana offers a comprehensive benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative work environment, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in the luxury fashion industry.

Loro Piana fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, where employees are encouraged to embrace new technologies and methodologies. The company values collaboration, strategic thinking, and continuous improvement, providing a supportive environment for professional development and career advancement.