Berluti Materials and Components Development Manager

About Berluti

Founded in Paris in 1895 by Alessandro Berluti, Berluti is a storied maison renowned for bespoke shoemaking, exceptional leather goods, and a distinctive art of patina. As an employer, the House offers a rare environment where heritage craftsmanship meets contemporary masculine elegance, encouraging artisans, retail talents, designers, and corporate teams to uphold exacting standards while contributing to creative evolution. Part of LVMH, Berluti combines the intimacy of a specialist luxury atelier with the opportunities of a global group, valuing savoir-faire, client excellence, cultural curiosity, and long-term career development in service of objects made with soul, precision, and character.

Role & Responsibilities

• Identify and source premium fabrics, trimmings, and components (buttons, hardware, leather elements) for two annual collections and seasonal capsules, aligned with Marketing briefs and Studio specifications
• Propose embellishment techniques (prints, embroidery) in collaboration with design teams and negotiate pricing while maintaining Maison quality standards and target costs
• Lead validation cycles for samples and prototypes, verify technical specifications, and oversee quality control of all materials and components
• Guarantee proper article coding, technical specifications compliance, and adherence to LVMH's LIFE 360 sustainability and certification requirements
• Conduct continuous technological and RSE monitoring, participate in professional trade shows, and maintain strategic supplier partnerships
• Manage collection purchasing for prototypes, production runs, VIP orders, and special projects while tracking budgets against seasonal allocations
• Pilot inventory optimization initiatives, oversee material recycling programs, and encourage reuse of collection remnants
• Foster collaboration between Materials & Components teams, Product Development, Studio, and Production to resolve technical issues and ensure industrial feasibility
• Manage and develop a direct report (Materials Research & Purchasing Specialist) and an intern, promoting autonomy and professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in luxury menswear fabric and component development
• Engineering degree in textiles or equivalent advanced qualification
• Demonstrated expertise in textile types, manufacturing processes, and embellishment techniques
• Established network of premium supplier relationships in the luxury sector
• First-hand experience managing teams successfully
• Deep understanding of RSE principles and commitment to sustainable practices
• Strong proficiency in office software and data management tools
• Fluent in French, English, and Italian

Skills

Experience

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in fabric and component development within a luxury ready-to-wear house, ideally in the menswear sector. Proven track record of managing supplier partnerships, technical validations, and cross-functional teams in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Education

Engineering degree in textiles or equivalent advanced professional qualification in materials science, textile technology, or fashion engineering.

Workplace

Culture

Berluti fosters a workplace culture rooted in exceptional craftsmanship, Parisian elegance, and a deep respect for artisanal know-how, where employees contribute to a house renowned for bespoke shoes, patinas, and refined menswear. As an employer, Berluti values precision, creativity, and client-centric excellence, offering an environment where tradition and innovation meet in the pursuit of timeless luxury.

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