Gucci Production Planning and Control Manager — Leather Goods
Gucci — Production Planning and Control Manager, Leather Goods in Scandicci, Italy. Lead production planning, capacity and supplier coordination.
Overview
Gucci is a leading Italian luxury House renowned for its leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories. As part of the Kering group, the brand combines heritage Italian craftsmanship with global creative direction, operating in a matrixed international organisation that emphasises quality, innovation and sustainability.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead tactical and strategic production planning and capacity sizing across the entire leather goods production chain to ensure efficient, sustainable process performance.
- Define finished‑product production plans for all Leather Goods categories and lines, balancing projected demand with production volumes and aligning plans with merchandising.
- Coordinate and monitor internal departments and external suppliers to secure adherence to delivery timelines, quality standards and target quantities.
- Partner with Procurement to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials and components in line with production requirements.
- Analyse production data and KPIs to identify bottlenecks and cost-saving opportunities, and implement improvements to raise efficiency and reduce waste.
Qualifications
- 8–10 years' experience in production planning and control within the leather goods/fashion industry.
- Deep knowledge of the leather goods supply chain and manufacturing processes.
- Strong financial acumen with an understanding of the drivers impacting company financial statements.
- Proven leadership experience, including team management, coaching and development.
- Demonstrable project management skills with strong planning and execution capabilities.
- Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.
Skills
Experience
A minimum of 8–10 years in production planning and control within the leather goods or luxury fashion sector, including demonstrated experience managing teams and collaborating with external suppliers in a global environment.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Scandicci, Tuscany, Italy, within easy reach of Florence. Cerulean lists 70 open roles in Scandicci, including 2 posted recently. The broader Tuscany area accounts for 268 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Italy as a whole, Cerulean currently features 1.295 open positions, with 27 posted this week.
Culture
The House fosters a culture that celebrates Italian craftsmanship, creativity and attention to detail while operating within a global luxury network. The workplace values diversity, sustainability and collaborative, cross‑disciplinary teamwork, offering a dynamic environment for professionals who combine operational excellence with strategic thinking.
About Cerulean
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