Gucci Accessories Research Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €40,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
About Gucci
Gucci, one of the world’s most influential luxury houses, offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a Florentine legacy defined by creativity, craftsmanship and cultural daring. As part of Kering, the Maison combines Italian heritage with a progressive global outlook, fostering careers across design, retail, clienteling, merchandising, digital, operations and corporate functions. Gucci seeks individuals who bring curiosity, excellence and an entrepreneurial spirit, supporting them through inclusive leadership, learning opportunities and international mobility. Its workplace celebrates self-expression, collaboration and innovation, while upholding exacting standards of quality, sustainability and client experience.
Gucci is hiring an Accessories Research Specialist in Milan, Italy to lead research, sourcing, and archive management for RTW collections.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct research and scouting of trims and accessories for menswear and womenswear collections
- Support the development and follow-up of accessories from research through implementation
- Collaborate with Design, Raw Materials, and Purchasing teams to ensure alignment on collection requirements and timelines
- Manage the organization, cataloguing, and archiving of trims and accessory materials, ensuring traceability and accessibility
- Monitor and maintain accurate data within PLM and other relevant systems
- Support the Trims team in managing growing collection volumes while maintaining high quality standards
- Work proactively under the coordination of the Trim Team Manager to achieve team objectives
- Balance operational execution with continuous improvement of research processes and workflows
Qualifications
- Minimum 4-5 years of experience in accessories, fashion, or luxury industry
- Strong technical knowledge of accessory materials, components, and manufacturing processes
- Fluency in English (spoken and written)
- Proficiency with PLM systems, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant digital tools
- Strong organizational skills with experience in material management and archive maintenance
- Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-driven approach
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4-5 years of hands-on experience in the accessories, fashion, or luxury goods sector, demonstrating progressive expertise in accessory materials, components, manufacturing processes, and material archive management.
Education
Not specified; formal education in Fashion Design, Materials Science, or Fashion Technology is implied but not explicitly required.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 40,000 per annum.
Benefits
White-collar classification under CCNL Industria Pelli e Succedanei (National Collective Bargaining Agreement for the Leather and Leather Substitute Industry)
Culture
Gucci fosters a creative, inclusive workplace where individuality, craftsmanship, and cultural curiosity are central to how teams collaborate. As an employer, the Maison encourages bold ideas and personal expression while maintaining a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and responsible luxury.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The luxury industry is characterised by a diverse and nuanced nomenclature. Esteemed houses frequently employ proprietary terminology, and even within a single organisation like Gucci, titles may vary across global markets to reflect local conventions. To ensure absolute clarity, Cerulean assigns a standardised, industry-coherent canonical title to every listing. However, it is worth noting that this role is functionally synonymous with «Trims Research Coordinator», «Accessories Development Specialist», «Accessories Material Specialist», «Research & Development Specialist, Accessories», and other variations. Our sophisticated search architecture anticipates these variations, ensuring that inquiries using related terms will seamlessly yield the exact roles you desire.