- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €38,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
About Bottega Veneta
Bottega Veneta is a house defined by discretion, exceptional craftsmanship, and a modern vision of Italian luxury. Founded in Vicenza in 1966 and renowned for its signature intrecciato leatherwork, the brand offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a culture where creativity, precision, and innovation are deeply valued. As an employer, Bottega Veneta fosters an environment that respects artisanal heritage while encouraging contemporary expression across design, retail, operations, and corporate functions. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, authenticity, and understated elegance, shaping products and experiences that reflect the house’s enduring philosophy: individuality over spectacle.
Bottega Veneta seeks a Tailoring and Outerwear Product Developer in Milan, with 3–4 years of luxury fashion Product Development experience, ideally in tailoring and outerwear. The role covers prototype development, fittings, sample accuracy, records and Bills of Materials; the indicative starting salary is €38,000, under the stated CCNL for leather and related manufacturing industries, umbrellas and parasols.
Role & Responsibilities
- Partner with the design team to understand its vision and concept for the Ready-To-Wear Tailoring & Outerwear Collection, providing technical insights to refine concepts while maintaining feasibility.
- Follow up with suppliers on assigned tailoring and outerwear garment prototypes, based on guidance from the Head of Tailoring and Outerwear Product Development.
- Collaborate with pattern makers, sample sewers and other professionals to refine prototypes and align them with the designers’ vision.
- Organize and participate in fitting sessions to assess garment fit and aesthetics.
- Ensure final samples are produced accurately according to the intended design and Collection Calendar.
- Maintain organized records of design specifications, patterns, samples and production details.
- Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) to improve production accuracy and streamline material sourcing and ordering.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of garment construction, materials and production processes, particularly in tailoring.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Familiarity with Stealth and PLM systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Agile mindset, strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach.
- Effective relationship management with Design and Merchandising teams.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and Italian.
Skills
Experience
3–4 years of experience in Product Development within the luxury fashion industry, ideally with exposure to tailoring and outerwear.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 38,000 per annum.
Culture
Bottega Veneta cultivates a discreet, design-led culture where exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and refined creativity are central to everyday work. As an employer, it offers an environment that values collaboration, precision, and individuality, encouraging teams to uphold the house’s heritage while shaping modern luxury with confidence and purpose.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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