h3About The Job /h3 pWithin the Accessories Industrial Division in Milan, Italy, the Buyer Textile reports directly to the Purchasing Manager of the Textile Pole (printed silk, hats, socks, jacquard etc). The role is responsible for the operational and strategic management of the assigned supplier portfolio for the textile accessories and hats category mainly focused on the novelties, ensuring the optimal balance between cost, quality, service, and industrial capacity both at the individual collection level and from a medium-to-long-term strategic sourcing perspective. This role ensures a smooth exchange and collaboration of information with the Product Development, Industrialization, and Marketing teams to ensure that collection objectives are met within the purchasing budget and industrialization timeline. Additionally, overseas the category’s most strategic components: supplier compliance, long-term partnerships, and supply risk mitigation. /p h3Job responsibilities /h3 h3Key Responsibilities: /h3 h3Supplier Management and Negotiation: /h3 ul liPartecipate to selection, qualification, and development of the supplier panel for the relevant category. /li liCommercial negotiation (prices, contractual terms, payment conditions). /li liBuilding and maintaining long-term partnership relationships with strategic suppliers. /li liStrong focus on supplier compliance, in alignment with policies and the ethical, social, and environmental standards required by the Maison. /li liNegotiation and monitoring of raw material trends, including market trend analysis and their impact on product costs.br/ /li /ul h3Data Entry and Sensitive Data Management: /h3 ul liResponsibility for the accurate entry and maintenance of sensitive data in company systems,



such as price lists, preferential origins, and supplier onboarding procedures. /li liAccuracy and confidentiality in managing this information, in compliance with internal procedures.br/ /li /ul h3Costing and Economic Analysis: /h3 ul liPreparation and validation of product cost sheets (cost breakdown by material, manufacturing, and labor). /li liCritical analysis of supplier offers and market benchmarking. /li liIdentification of cost-optimization levels with no impact on quality or brand image.br/ /li /ul h3Supply Chain and Industrial Capacity: /h3 ul liCritical analysis of production lead times and Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs). /li liAssessment of supplier production capacity against collection volume requirements. /li liManagement of supply issues and definition of risk-mitigation plans.br/ /li /ul h3Budget and Reporting: /h3 ul liManagement of the purchasing budget for the assigned category. /li liMonitoring of variances and regular reporting to the Purchasing Manager. /li liContribution to the annual budget preparation and cost projections for new collections.br/ /li /ul h3Cross-Functional Interface /h3 ul liOngoing collaboration with Marketing team to align collection briefs, cost targets, and timelines. /li liClose cooperation with Product Development and Industrialization to ensure the technical and industrial feasibility of new items.



/li liParticipation in cross-functional projects (sustainability, digitalization, process optimization).br/ /li /ul h3Leadership Competencies: /h3 ul liStrong operational autonomy, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. /li liStrong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional projects. /li liStrong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing cost data and supplier performance. /li liExcellent negotiation and interpersonal skills, effective with both external suppliers and internal stakeholders. /li liProactivity in identifying critical issues and proposing solutions proactively. /li liResults-oriented and resilient under pressure.br/ /li /ul h3Profile: /h3 ul liEducation: University degree in Engineering, Economics, or Textile studies. /li liExperience: 5+ years in a similar role, specifically within the fashion, luxury, or textile sectors. /li liKnowledge: Strong understanding of product development and industrialization processes in the accessories/textile field, with proficiency in SAP and PLM. Knowledge of Power BI is a plus. /li liLanguages: Proficient in English; knowledge of French is a plus. /li liTravel: Frequent travel within Italy and France is required.br/ /li /ul h3Additional information /h3 pFor this position employment is expected at Level 5 of the Occhialeria CCNL. The gross annual salary will be defined based on internal salary standards, the candidate’s skills, and the requirements of the role. Further benefits may be granted in accordance with current company policies. Reference LVM34084 /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 BUYER TEXTILE - Accessories Milan (Italy) (Varese)
🏢 Louis Vuitton
📍 Varese