- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €40,000/year
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 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 seeking a Leatherwear Product Developer to oversee men's and women's leatherwear development from design handover through sample approval, ensuring technical feasibility, craftsmanship, quality, and timely delivery. The role is a permanent contract under the Italian Leather Industry CCNL, Level 6, with gross annual salary starting from €40,000 depending on experience.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end product development for men's and women's leatherwear, from design handover through sample approval.
- Collaborate with Design, Pattern Making, Product Engineering, Industrialization, and external suppliers to ensure accurate execution of creative concepts.
- Identify suitable materials, construction techniques, and finishing solutions while ensuring technical feasibility and product quality.
- Participate in fitting sessions and coordinate adjustments to meet design expectations and quality standards.
- Resolve technical challenges during development with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Ensure the accuracy of product specifications, technical documentation, and development data.
- Monitor development progress and maintain alignment with collection calendars, milestones, and deadlines.
Qualifications
- At least 7 years of product development experience in the luxury or premium fashion industry, including at least 4 years specializing in leatherwear.
- Strong technical knowledge of leather garments, materials, construction techniques, pattern making, and fitting.
- Solid understanding of the product development cycle from initial concept to approved sample.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions.
- Proactive and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluency in Italian and English.
- Availability for national and international travel.
Skills
Experience
At least 7 years of product development experience in the luxury or premium fashion industry, including at least 4 years specializing in leatherwear.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 40,000 per annum.
Benefits
Additional benefits according to company policies.
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.
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