Bottega Veneta Handbags Product Development Specialist
Bottega Veneta — Handbags Product Development Specialist in Montebello Vicentino, Italy. Join the leather goods product development team at this Kering maison.
Overview
Bottega Veneta is an Italian maison renowned for artisanal leathercraft and a distinctive aesthetic rooted in refined, understated luxury. Operating within the Kering group, the house combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design and a global distribution network, offering a creative and structured environment for product and craft specialists.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate with the style team and relevant internal offices to manage prototyping and sampling phases for handbags and luggage across regular collections and special projects.
- Monitor product development timelines and compliance by participating in sample review (disfettamento) meetings with appointed stakeholders.
- Create and enter product codifications in systems; compile and maintain product documentation including product sheets, collection plans, measurement summaries, colour cards and sample photography.
- Draft English-language texts and materials for training manuals and internal/external presentations.
- Produce graphic and photographic presentations of products in development for internal archives, legal registration and end-of-season reviews.
- Prepare pick lists, products and materials for internal development meetings and sessions with the creative director, and coordinate related shipments.
- Manage archiving, cataloguing and inventory activities for the historic archive and current sample library.
- Conduct research at trade fairs and retail locations and perform competitive analysis to inform development.
Qualifications
- Degree in fashion design, architecture or equivalent qualification with a focus on product development.
- 3–5 years' experience in leather goods and accessories product development.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; strong command of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
- Familiarity with Stealth and other PLM/ERP systems is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
- High attention to detail, flexibility and strong communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, problem‑solving aptitude and availability for travel domestically and internationally.
Skills
Experience
3–5 years of hands‑on experience in leather goods and accessories product development, including prototyping, sampling and collection implementation.
Education
Degree in fashion design, architecture or equivalent with a focus on product development.
Workplace
This position is based in Montebello Vicentino, Veneto, Italy, within easy reach of Venice.
Culture
The role is embedded within a Kering maison that prioritises creativity, craftsmanship and talent development. The organisation fosters internal mobility, inclusive leadership and a diverse workplace where varied perspectives are valued and professional growth is actively supported.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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