Gucci Men’s Leather Goods Designer

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Research fashion, lifestyle, cultural, and product trends to identify inspirations and opportunities for the Men’s Leather Goods category.
• Develop creative research from collection themes and Artistic Director inputs, using archives, vintage markets, suppliers, exhibitions, books, digital sources, and other relevant references.
• Develop sketches and design proposals aligned with the creative brief, Gucci’s aesthetic, and direction from Senior Designers and the Men’s Leather Goods Design Director.
• Refine designs based on feedback on proportions, dimensions, materials, colors, construction, and product details; prepare renderings and graphic updates when required.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Product Development, Legal, and other relevant functions, sharing accurate product information and incorporating input throughout collection and special-project development.
• Work across product categories to support collection consistency and coherence, maintain clear and continuous communication with internal stakeholders, and contribute practical solutions when issues arise.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in a similar leather goods design role, preferably in the luxury or fashion industry.
• Strong knowledge of leather goods product development, construction, materials, techniques, and industrial production processes.
• Strong fashion culture and awareness of trends, designers, luxury products, and Gucci’s heritage.
• Excellent freehand drawing and visualization skills.
• Creative and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Ability to manage priorities, maintain accuracy and creative focus under pressure, and communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to translate creative direction into distinctive, technically feasible product proposals while preserving the integrity of the brand aesthetic.
• Ability to balance creative development, cross-functional input, and collection deadlines across multiple products and special projects.

Skills

Experience

5–7 years in a similar leather goods design role, preferably in the luxury or fashion industry.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 45,000 per annum.

Benefits

Annual target bonus under the applicable company-level collective agreement, up to 20% of gross annual salary; company canteen; supplementary health insurance; company welfare program.

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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