Yves Saint Laurent Costing Specialist - Footwear

Vigonza • Italy

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Saint Laurent, a distinguished brand under the Kering Group, has been a trailblazer in luxury fashion since its inception in 1961. Renowned for pioneering the luxury prêt-à-porter movement with its 'Rive Gauche' line, Saint Laurent continues to be a vanguard in the fashion industry. Under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, the brand maintains its esteemed position in the luxury sector, offering a diverse range of products including ready-to-wear, footwear, and accessories.

1. Oversee and update industrial costs related to bill of materials, focusing on raw materials and labor.
2. Evaluate and implement cost-reduction strategies.
3. Negotiate costs with finished product suppliers.
4. Define production cycles.
5. Collaborate with development and industrialization technicians to assess costs of construction and production modifications.
6. Collect and monitor supplier price lists for each seasonal collection.
7. Update reporting and control the turnover of finished product suppliers.

1. Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or Economics.
2. Minimum of two years' experience in industrial cost management within the footwear sector.

1. Proficiency in Excel and MS-Office suite.
2. Familiarity with Stealth is preferred.
3. Strong reporting and quantitative data analysis skills.
4. Excellent negotiation skills.
5. Teamwork orientation.
6. Flexibility.

A minimum of two years in industrial cost management within the footwear industry is required.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Economics preferred.

Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, offering an inclusive environment where all individuals can express their talents and contribute to the brand's success.

Saint Laurent values diversity in all its forms, believing it enriches the workplace and enhances the brand's ability to adapt in a rapidly changing world. The company encourages applications from all qualified candidates, promoting an inclusive and dynamic work environment.