Loro Piana Modelling Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Compensation
- €30,000/year
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Aug 26, 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 a Modelling Specialist in Ghemme, Italy to develop knitwear patterns using CAD and technical expertise.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with product development, industrialization, and in-house production teams to interpret design sketches and transform them into working patterns using CAD software or manual techniques, aligned with the knitting programming team
- Process and implement requested modifications during the defect correction phase
- Create base sizes and size grading during the industrialization phase while preserving the stylistic and aesthetic integrity of the original design
- Provide technical support to the production team regarding garment execution and construction
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies and industry trends in knitwear production
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a pattern maker, preferably in the knitwear sector
- Diploma from a technical or pattern-making institute
- Proficiency with CAD software specific to the textiles and knitwear industry (preferably Lectra and/or Crea Solution)
- Competency with flat knitting machines
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and demonstrated experience managing technical documentation
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Strong command of English
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a pattern maker, preferably within the knitwear and luxury fashion sectors.
Education
Diploma from a technical institute or vocational school with a specialization in pattern-making, textiles, or fashion design.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Ghemme, Piedmont, Italy, with easy access to Milan.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 30,000 per annum.
Benefits
Participation in a performance-based incentive plan; additional benefits provided according to company policies.
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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