BOTTEGA VENETA Tailoring & Outerwear Product Developer

How you will contribute?

As a Tailoring & Outerwear Product Developer you will:

• Partner closely with the design Team in order to understand their vision and concept for the Ready-To-Wear Tailoring & Outerwear Collection. Provide technical insights to refine design concepts while maintaining feasibility.
• Follow up with suppliers of an assigned part of prototypes of tailoring and outerwear garments based on the indications received by the Head of Tailoring and Outerwear Product Development.
• Collaborate with pattern makers, sample sewers and other professionals to refine prototypes and ensure they align with the designers’ vision.
• Organize and participate in fitting sessions to assess both garment fit and aesthetics.
• Ensure that the final samples are accurately produced following the intended design and respecting the Collection Calendar.
• Maintain organized records of design specifications, patterns, samples and production details.
• Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) to optimize production accuracy and streamline material sourcing ordering.

Who you are?

• 2-3 years of experience as a Product Developer within the Luxury Fashion industry (specialized in Ready-To-Wear Tailoring & Outerwear).
• Experience of managing Product Development calendar and of working closely with manufacturers for development.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, materials and production processes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across Teams & Departments.
• Detail-oriented with robust organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities, essential for managing complex projects and deadlines.
• Proactive problem solver with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation, driven by a commitment to excellence in product development and quality.
• Market awareness and ability to anticipate consumer preferences.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Understanding of cost analysis and budget management.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in fashion is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of Office package, in particular Excel/Access, Stealth and PLM information systems.
• Fluent in English & Italian (both written and spoken).

Why work with us?

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.