Louis Vuitton Leather Quality Control Specialist
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 29, 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 seeks a Leather Quality Control Specialist in Florence, Italy for a permanent full-time role managing tannery inspections and material compliance for luxury leather goods.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct systematic inspection of finished leathers at Italian tanneries, establishing and maintaining selection percentages whilst providing precise feedback to the Leather Centre
- Ensure material conformance and promptly communicate any deviations from specifications
- Define leather inspection scope and sampling percentages based on analysis of client feedback, material alerts, production quality issues, and operational concerns affecting material compliance
- Support and develop leather selectors at Louis Vuitton sites, assisting with on-site material quality reviews
- Conduct benchmarking reviews with external suppliers, finished product facilities, and headquarters to align quality standards
- Execute and follow up on material quality action plans with internal and external stakeholders
- Participate in establishing inspection criteria for new leather introductions alongside materials developers, quality teams, suppliers, and laboratories
- For critical products, support the Leather Centre in pre-series inspection validation
- Share validated inspection criteria with project teams and site inspectors
- Monitor leather performance issues in cutting operations (usability, repairs, waste), alert Italian suppliers to production concerns, and guide tanned leather testing protocols
- Participate in cross-functional quality and material performance initiatives as required in collaboration with the Quality Department
- Provide cutting operations support when needed
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in leather or materials quality control
- Demonstrable expertise in material science and leather properties
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance tools and methodologies
- Comprehensive understanding of logistics processes, tannery inspection methods, and leather selection techniques
- Solid knowledge of leather characteristics, including manual leather cutting (preferred)
- Proven analytical and synthesis capabilities with a rigorous, responsive approach to independent work
- Ability to manage pressure and stress effectively
- Demonstrated integrity and accountability in professional conduct
- Strong communication skills and collaborative team orientation
- Capacity to train, mentor, and provide technical support to colleagues
Skills
Experience
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in leather materials, tannery operations, or quality control within the leather goods or luxury manufacturing sector. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in material selection, conformance inspection, and supplier quality management. Experience collaborating with tanneries, production facilities, and cross-functional teams is essential.
Education
Formal training in materials science, leather technology, textiles, quality engineering, or a related discipline is required. Certification in quality management systems (ISO 9001) or equivalent is valued.
Workplace
This position is based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.
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.
About Cerulean
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