Burberry Metal Hardware Technical Developer

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Posted
Mar 1, 2026

About Burberry

Burberry, a quintessentially British luxury brand, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. The company is dedicated to sustainable luxury and is a leader in driving industry change.

Join Burberry in Florence as a Metal Hardware Technical Developer. Oversee metal hardware development for luxury leather goods, ensuring quality and innovation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to design and product development teams, understanding creative needs and interpreting metal hardware designs.
  • Manage the development phase to define requirements and ensure the feasibility and quality of new metal hardware.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to formalize requirements and analyze technical risks, proposing mitigation measures.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to monitor performance and meet material development targets.
  • Negotiate costs of metal hardware using technical specifications.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and performance standards.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in metal hardware development or a similar role.
  • Degree in Materials Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Fluency in Italian and English.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint). Strong knowledge of metal hardware design and manufacturing. Demonstrated project management skills with cross-functional teams.

Experience

Proven track record in metal hardware development, preferably within the high fashion or luxury brand sectors.

Education

Degree in Materials Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.

Benefits

Burberry offers a competitive benefits package, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace environment.

Culture

Burberry is committed to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation, valuing diversity and inclusion. The company encourages employees to push boundaries and contribute to sustainable luxury, championing positive change within the industry and communities.

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