Loro Piana Handbag Prototype Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €34,000/year
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
About Loro Piana
Loro Piana stands as one of the world’s foremost authorities in exceptional textiles, renowned for its mastery of cashmere, vicuña and the quiet elegance of Italian luxury. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage, innovation and uncompromising craftsmanship converge. Its teams contribute to a culture shaped by discretion, excellence and respect for rare natural materials, from artisanal savoir-faire to global retail and corporate expertise. Employees are invited to uphold a legacy of quality while advancing sustainable practices, client intimacy and contemporary refinement within a brand celebrated for timeless sophistication.
Loro Piana seeks an experienced Handbag Prototype Specialist in Impruneta, Tuscany. Full-time position focusing on leather preparation and pattern interpretation.
Role & Responsibilities
- Independently read and interpret pattern specifications with complete autonomy
- Prepare handbags using both standard and premium leathers with autonomous execution
- Operate and maintain preparation machinery including skiving machines, leather splitters, and spray equipment
- Maintain exceptional precision and quality standards throughout the preparation process
- Mentor and transfer technical knowledge to junior craftspeople in training
Qualifications
- Minimum 5–10 years of experience as a handbag prototype specialist
- Exceptional knowledge of premium and standard leathers
- Mastery of principal leather preparation methods
- Proven expertise in operating diverse preparation machinery
- Consolidated understanding of materials, machinery, and leather goods products
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5–10 years as a handbag prototype specialist with demonstrated expertise in preparation techniques and operation of specialized machinery.
Education
Technical training in leather goods manufacturing or equivalent apprenticeship.
Workplace
This position is based in Impruneta, Tuscany, Italy, within easy reach of Florence.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 34,000 per annum.
Benefits
Performance-based incentive plan at the discretion of Loro Piana S.p.A.; additional statutory and discretionary benefits in accordance with company policy; employment governed by the national collective labor agreement for the Textile, Apparel, and Fashion sector (C.C.N.L.).
Culture
Loro Piana fosters a refined workplace culture rooted in Italian craftsmanship, exceptional materials, and an uncompromising pursuit of quality. Employees work in an environment that values discretion, technical mastery, and long-term thinking, where heritage and innovation come together to define quiet luxury.
About Cerulean
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