Christian Dior Metal Hardware Officer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
About Christian Dior
Christian Dior, founded in Paris in 1946, stands as one of the world’s most influential maisons, uniting haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, fragrance, beauty, and exceptional retail experiences. As an employer, Dior offers a culture shaped by artistic audacity, meticulous craftsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, where heritage and innovation continually enrich one another. Its teams collaborate across ateliers, studios, boutiques, and corporate functions within an international environment that values elegance, precision, inclusivity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Working at Dior means contributing to a legacy of timeless style while helping define the future of luxury with creativity, discipline, and purpose.
Metal Hardware Officer at Christian Dior in Fossò, Italy – industrialize luxury metal accessories for footwear with 5+ years of manufacturing expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Analyze technical drawings, specifications, and samples of metal accessories provided by style and product development; evaluate production feasibility and define optimal manufacturing cycles and application processes for footwear integration
- Support transition from prototype to serial production by validating processes, tooling, and manufacturing equipment; collaborate on material, finish, and surface treatment selection (plating, painting) to meet aesthetic and functional standards
- Monitor production progress for metal accessories across external suppliers and internal manufacturing lines, ensuring adherence to delivery timelines and intervention on emerging production issues
- Address production criticalities including defects, inefficiencies, and assembly problems; propose and implement technical solutions to optimize processes and reduce industrial costs
- Supervise metal accessory application phases on footwear; provide technical support to production operators and ensure proper integration into finished products
- Verify conformity of incoming metal accessories and in-process components against Maison quality standards; manage laboratory testing, dimensional controls, aesthetic and functional validation, and pre-production approvals
- Collaborate with Quality department on non-conformity analysis, root cause determination, corrective and preventive action implementation, and customer claim resolution related to metal hardware
- Serve as internal technical reference point for all metal accessory matters from prototype through serial production; coordinate effectively with Product Development, Styling, Production Operations, and Procurement teams
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in analogous roles within footwear, leather goods, or metal accessories manufacturing
- Specific expertise in industrialization and/or production of metal components (casting, stamping, blanking, bending, electroplating, painting, tumbling, finishing)
- In-depth knowledge of metal materials (zinc alloy, brass, steel, aluminum) and surface treatments for luxury fashion applications
- Familiarity with production cycles, industrial cost estimation (costing), and continuous improvement methodologies
- Technical knowledge of metal accessory application techniques on footwear
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Precision, attention to detail, and quality orientation
- Supplier management and technical negotiation skills
- Commitment to quality, timelines, and measurable results
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities for multidisciplinary environments
- Flexibility and proactive work approach
- English language knowledge (preferred)
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in analogous roles within footwear, leather goods, or metal accessories manufacturing, with specific expertise in industrialization and production of metal components for fashion applications.
Education
Technical qualification in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, materials science, or equivalent professional certification in manufacturing/production engineering.
Workplace
This position is based in Fossò, Veneto, Italy, within easy reach of Venice.
Culture
Christian Dior fosters a culture of refined creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, where teams are encouraged to uphold the Maison’s heritage while shaping the future of luxury. As an employer, it offers a dynamic and exacting environment that values collaboration, excellence, and the development of talent across artistic, retail, and corporate disciplines.
About Cerulean
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