Balenciaga Footwear Development Technician
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Join Balenciaga in Scandicci, Italy, as a Footwear Development Technician. Contribute to innovative footwear design and production within a dynamic team.
Overview
Balenciaga, a prestigious fashion house founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917, is renowned for its pioneering contributions to modern couture. Originally established in Spain and later relocated to Paris, the brand is celebrated for its avant-garde collections, including both men's and women's prêt-à-porter, accessories, and collectible items. As part of the Kering Group, Balenciaga continues to push the boundaries of fashion through innovative digital interactions, material advancements, and a commitment to social responsibility. Under the creative direction of Pierpaolo Piccioli, Balenciaga remains at the forefront of the fashion industry.
Role & Responsibilities
- Gather and convey design specifications from the Style Office to suppliers for prototype and sample creation.
- Engineer models to optimize production time and material consumption.
- Collaborate with suppliers on production methods and technologies to ensure cost-effective manufacturing processes.
- Identify technical solutions to meet statistical and quality requirements during production.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
- Background in the footwear industry.
- Proficient understanding of footwear processes, including structures, molds, uppers, lasts, and materials.
- Good command of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency in English.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
- Problem-solving aptitude.
- Teamwork orientation and ability to interface with various stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently both domestically and internationally.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 5 years of experience in footwear development is required, with a strong background in the industry.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Scandicci, Tuscany, Italy, with easy access to Florence. 68 luxury roles are listed in Scandicci on Cerulean. Across the Tuscany region, Cerulean lists 268 open positions — 4 listed in the past two days. Cerulean currently advertises 1.319 open roles in Italy, including 30 added in the last 48 hours.
Benefits
Balenciaga offers a stimulating and rewarding work environment that supports professional growth within the brand and the Kering Group. Employees are encouraged to reach their full potential through continuous development opportunities.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing differences in gender, age, nationality, culture, disability, and sexual orientation. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and selects talent based on skills and alignment with corporate values, aiming to prepare individuals for success.
About Cerulean
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