Hermès Artisan Développeur
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
About Hermès
This prestigious fashion house, renowned for its timeless elegance and innovative designs, is a part of a leading global luxury conglomerate. The brand is committed to excellence and offers a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are equally valued.
Hermès seeks an Artisan Developer for its IDO division in France. Prototype mockups and technical development for leather goods and wearable tech.
Role & Responsibilities
- Execute multiple iterations of mockups (predominantly leather, textile possible) based on creative briefs, conducting research and proposing technical solutions for object shaping
- Identify required savoir-faire for implementing creative designs and collaborate with the Leather Goods Engineering Bureau to validate methodologies before industrialization launch
- Define necessary steps for volumetric realization, identify required tools and manufacturing means (templates, tooling, fabrication processes), and produce 2D technical drawings or 3D models
- Conduct preliminary risk analysis to identify construction weaknesses and serial production incompatibilities, proposing mitigation actions
- Provide preliminary estimates of leather consumption and required time; draft technical specifications and handover documentation for contractual manufacturing partners
- Support manufacturing sites (façonniers) throughout industrialization and production launch phases, with approximately monthly site visits across France
Qualifications
- Mastery of leather goods artisan craftsmanship (formal training and professional maroquinerie experience)
- Proficiency with machine stitching techniques
- Expertise with cutting tools and material preparation for prototyping phases
- Proficiency with office software suite; knowledge of 2D drawing tools and 3D modeling software is advantageous
- Demonstrated curiosity, inventiveness, and creativity within experimental, design, and innovation environments
- Initiative and capacity for constructive proposal within role responsibilities
- Strong organizational skills, precision, rigor, and autonomous work capability
- Adaptability, responsiveness, and tenacity balanced with collaborative spirit and active listening
- Excellent interpersonal skills with both internal teams (creative and technical development) and external partners (manufacturing contractors)
- Discretion and confidentiality awareness essential
Skills
Experience
Experience in leather goods manufacturing or maroquinerie craft is required. Prior involvement in product prototyping, technical development, or industrialization of leather goods is strongly preferred.
Education
Formal training in leather goods artisanship or maroquinerie craft is expected (e.g., BMA Maroquinerie, professional certificate in leather goods craftsmanship, or equivalent specialized qualification).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The company fosters a collaborative and innovative culture, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of creativity while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
About Cerulean
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