- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Valentino
Founded in Rome in 1960 by Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti, Valentino is an Italian luxury house distinguished by its couture heritage, expressive elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Spanning haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods and accessories, the Maison unites artisanal expertise with contemporary creative ambition. As an employer, Valentino offers a professional setting where design, atelier craftsmanship, merchandising, retail and corporate functions contribute to a globally recognised identity. Its teams translate a rich Roman legacy into collections and client experiences, making the house a compelling environment for professionals drawn to the interplay of cultural heritage, meticulous execution and evolving expressions of luxury.
Valentino seeks a Facility Specialist to join the Facility Management team at its Rome Headquarters, overseeing creative offices, haute couture operations (atelier and showroom), and the historical archive. The role combines strategic coordination of facility management activities across multiple premises with hands-on operational support, managing supplier portfolios, conducting site inspections, and ensuring service continuity and regulatory compliance throughout all assigned properties.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manage facility management activities across Rome premises (offices, ateliers, showrooms, historical archive, warehouses) ensuring appropriate service levels and business continuity
- Coordinate with service providers including cleaning companies, movers, maintenance contractors, and security services
- Monitor supplier performance against contractual obligations and control costs, timelines, and service levels
- Conduct regular site inspections across managed properties and prepare technical reports
- Support day-to-day facility operations including purchase orders, materials management, company vehicle handover, first-aid kit inspections, and space setup activities
- Manage purchase requests and orders through SAP, monitoring the entire procurement lifecycle
- Support Health & Safety and environmental compliance across assigned sites in coordination with the Health & Safety function
- Accompany suppliers during site inspections, maintenance activities, and technical interventions
- Prepare performance monitoring reports and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in facility management or related activities
- Technical diploma (e.g., Surveyor/Construction Technician or equivalent)
- Strong technical knowledge of building systems, utilities, architectural aspects, and Health & Safety requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholders and organizational levels
- Problem-solving skills with ability to manage complex tasks under challenging deadlines
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and SAP considered advantageous
- Good knowledge of English considered advantageous
- Experience within the fashion industry considered advantageous
Skills
Experience
1–3 years of experience in a similar facility management role or related activities. Experience within the fashion industry is considered advantageous.
Education
Technical diploma (e.g., Surveyor/Construction Technician or equivalent qualification in building or facilities management).
Workplace
This position is based in Rome, Lazio, Italy.
Benefits
Smart working arrangements; meal vouchers; benefits and initiatives provided under the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement (Tessile Industria) and by law.
Culture
Valentino’s workplace culture is rooted in its Roman couture heritage, combining creative expression with exacting craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Its professional environment brings together design, atelier and business expertise around a shared ambition to interpret the Maison’s distinctive identity through a contemporary vision of luxury.
About Cerulean
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