Louis Vuitton Product Developer, Gifting & Accessories
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 1, 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 Milan: Product Developer for Gifting & Accessories. 5–7 years experience required. Permanent, hybrid role in luxury fashion.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage designer requests for new collection development, aligning with Marketing briefs and strategic direction
- Source specific materials, techniques, and suppliers in response to project briefs
- Monitor arrival of mock-ups and prototypes for collection meetings and conduct weekly development follow-ups
- Execute supplier liaison and vendor management throughout product development cycles
- Create development and research-related orders and manage procurement workflows
- Oversee special order samples, including order placement, delivery coordination, and dispatch
- Guide the creative brief through all phases from conception to GO STYLE authorization
- Develop and implement re-use and circular creativity approaches to product development
- Apply Design to Cost methodology to optimize production efficiency and margin
- Remain sensitive to regulatory topics and compliance requirements in product specifications
Qualifications
- Degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or equivalent discipline
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in product development roles for accessories (metal, leather, multiple materials)
- Strong passion for luxury goods and demonstrated understanding of the high-end market
- Knowledge of leather goods development and design
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software
- Fluent in Italian and English; French highly advantageous
- Ability to influence cross-functional organizations with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Excellent communication skills in diverse stakeholder environments with strong adaptability
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in product development roles for accessories, including leather goods, metal work, and multi-material design. Demonstrated track record of shepherding collections from concept through production phases within luxury fashion environments.
Education
Degree in Industrial Design, Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Benefits
Employment at Level 5 of the Occhialeria CCNL collective bargaining agreement. Additional benefits granted in accordance with current company policies.
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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