Overview
As Leatherwear Product Developer, you will oversee end-to-end development for men's and women's leatherwear, translating creative concepts into high-quality garments while ensuring feasibility and craftsmanship. You will work closely with Design, Pattern Making, Product Engineering, Industrialization, and external suppliers to deliver on-time collections. You will manage specifications and development data, monitor milestones, and resolve technical challenges. This role combines hands-on craftsmanship with cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced luxury environment, offering significant impact on Gucci's leatherwear excellence.
Responsabilità
Manage end-to-end product development for men's and women's leatherwear from design handover to sample approval
Collaborate with Design, Pattern Making, Product Engineering, Industrialization, and external suppliers to execute concepts accurately
Identify materials, construction techniques, and finishing solutions ensuring feasibility and quality
Participate in fitting sessions and coordinate adjustments to meet design and quality standards




Address technical challenges across development with internal teams and suppliers to find effective solutions
Ensure accurate product specifications, technical documentation, and development data
Monitor development progress aligned with collection calendars, milestones, and deadlines
Requisiti fondamentali
At least 7 years in Product Development in luxury or premium fashion, with minimum 4 years in Leatherwear
Strong technical knowledge of leather garments, materials, construction techniques, pattern making, and fitting
Solid understanding of the product development cycle from concept to approved sample
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across functions
Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Fluency in Italian and English
Availability for national and international travel
organizational skills
problem-solving
communication
leather garments technical knowledge
materials selection
construction techniques

📌 Gucci Leatherwear Product Developer (Monza)
🏢 Kering
📍 Monza