- Location
- Reggio Emilia Emilia-Romagna Italy
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Creative, Design & Styling
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Max Mara Fashion Group
Founded in 1951 by Achille Maramotti in Reggio Emilia, Italy, Max Mara Fashion Group is a family-owned fashion group distinguished by its tailoring expertise, industrial innovation and enduring vision of modern womenswear. Its portfolio includes Max Mara, Sportmax, Weekend Max Mara and Marella, each with a distinct identity. As an employer, the Group brings together creative, technical and commercial expertise across design, product development, manufacturing, retail and corporate functions. Its international presence offers a professional environment where Italian heritage meets diverse markets, appealing to talent drawn to quality, precision and the evolution of a long-established fashion business.
The Collection Coordinator Assistant supports the design coordinator in executing the seasonal collection, ensuring brand identity compliance and operational excellence throughout the design process. The role encompasses organizing design support materials (colour research, mood boards, fabric catalogues, accessories), managing collection timelines, and coordinating cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver cohesive, technically sound womenswear collections.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the collection coordinator in guaranteeing brand identity compliance and stylistic completeness across the collection
- Organize and prepare design support materials, including colour research, mood boards, tableaux, fabric cataloguing, and accessory organization
- Manage collection planning schedules and ensure strict adherence to project deadlines
- Collaborate with the coordinator and product manager in overseeing collection quality across product completeness, raw materials, colour palettes, and wearability
- Support the creative design phase by liaising with internal and external designers regarding material selection and model development
- Participate actively in prototype and sample definition, providing technical feedback and documentation
- Independently manage assigned collection projects or research initiatives within specified timeframes
- Coordinate with other design office assistants and departments (technical team, modellers, visual office, communications) to ensure seamless integration
- Conduct competitive product research and monitor emerging consumer trends to inform collection development
- Support graphic design activities and material research as required by the design coordinator
- Promote digital innovation and efficiency improvements within the design function
- Advocate for sustainable development practices and care-oriented methodologies in all design activities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or equivalent academic qualification (Master's degree preferred)
- 1 to 2 years of proven professional experience in similar roles (Design Office Assistant, Junior Product Developer, or Collection Coordinator Assistant) with luxury or contemporary brands
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Advanced technical drawing and digital rendering skills for ready-to-wear
- Strong knowledge of garment construction for womenswear ready-to-wear, including manufacturing processes, material properties, accessories, graphics, finishes, and embellishments
- Fluent in Italian (written and spoken)
- Fluent in English (written and spoken) for international collaboration and supplier management
Skills
Experience
1 to 2 years of proven experience in design support roles with luxury or contemporary fashion brands. Previous experience as a Design Office Assistant, Junior Product Developer, or Collection Coordinator Assistant is required. Demonstrated competency in womenswear ready-to-wear design and technical product development is essential.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design or equivalent academic qualification; Master's degree is advantageous.
Workplace
This position is based in Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, within easy reach of Parma.
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Culture
Max Mara Fashion Group’s workplace culture is shaped by its Italian tailoring heritage, family-owned identity and enduring commitment to quality. Across its portfolio of brands, its professional environment brings together creative and technical expertise, balancing meticulous attention to detail with the demands of an international fashion business.
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