Louis Vuitton Continuous Improvement Specialist

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Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Junior
Compensation
€30,000/year
Posted
Jul 27, 2026

About Louis Vuitton

Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.

Louis Vuitton Continuous Improvement Specialist in Carinaro, Italy. €30,000 annually. Manufacturing process optimization role reporting to Plant Director.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Conduct time-and-motion studies to establish production timelines, lead times, and cycle times using specialized analytical tools
  • Support the planning department in optimizing production department workload distribution and capacity management
  • Map current-state and future-state processes, identify improvement opportunities, and codify best practices
  • Implement and maintain data collection and analysis systems to monitor production performance metrics

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management
  • Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, ideally within footwear, fashion, or luxury goods sectors
  • Proficiency with Lean methodologies, including 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Time Motion Planning (TMP)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Kaizen principles and continuous improvement frameworks
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with ability to motivate cross-functional teams

Skills

Lean Six Sigma methodology Value Stream Mapping (VSM) 5S principles Time Motion Planning (TMP) Kaizen Process mapping and documentation Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Data analysis and visualization Manufacturing process optimization Production planning and scheduling

Experience

Minimum 2–3 years in manufacturing operations, preferably in footwear production, fashion, or luxury goods manufacturing. Direct experience with process improvement projects and lean tool implementation is essential.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent discipline preferred).

Workplace

The role is situated in Carinaro, Campania, Italy — conveniently close to Naples.

Compensation

The base compensation for this position is EUR 30,000 per annum.

Benefits

Additional benefits provided in accordance with company policy and the applicable national collective bargaining agreement (CCNL Industria Calzature).

Culture

Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.

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