- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Junior
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Oct 12, 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.
Christian Dior seeks a Quality Process Specialist to support footwear quality from industrialization through production, working with manufacturers, suppliers and internal teams. This full-time, fixed-term maternity-leave cover is based in Fossò and offers remuneration of at least €28,000 under the 4th-level CCNL Industria Calzature.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor the quality of manufacturing processes at manufacturers and suppliers through visits and dedicated audits.
- Identify potential issues promptly and contribute to defining preventive and corrective actions.
- Support manufacturers in implementing and monitoring improvement plans.
- Support footwear industrialization, helping ensure reliable manufacturing processes that meet required quality standards.
- Oversee critical footwear construction stages, with particular attention to gluing and nailing processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the evolution of Quality Shoes standards.
- Work daily with Product Development, Industrialization, Production and Quality Control teams, promoting a cross-functional approach to product quality.
Qualifications
- Degree, preferably in engineering or a technical field, or equivalent training.
- At least one year of experience in quality, manufacturing processes or industrialization, preferably in footwear, leather goods, fashion or luxury.
- Interest in and sensitivity to footwear products, materials and manufacturing processes.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to collaborate with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Autonomy, organization and a pragmatic approach.
- Good knowledge of English.
- Availability to travel to manufacturers and suppliers.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and/or a Green Belt certification is a plus.
Skills
Experience
At least one year in roles related to quality, manufacturing processes or industrialization.
Education
Degree, preferably in engineering or a technical field, or equivalent training.
Workplace
This position is based in Fossò, Veneto, Italy.
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
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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