Leather Development

Being part of LOEWE
gives you the opportunity of learning new things every day and working with people passionate about what they do, in a fast-paced environment and in a company full of ambitions.

As
Leather Development & Purchasing Manager
, you will negotiate best leather prices, industrialize leathers, countertype main articles. This position is the main leather referent for Leather Goods leather articles in production.

Your role will be:

• Industrial development according to Loewe's quality requirements
• Coordination with Leather Goods Artisans/Modelists
• Testing process management and Master validation according to the Loewe's Quality standards
• PLM information system upload with materials technical characteristics
• Time management of the industrial development in order to meet Production deadlines
• Negotiation with suppliers: business terms and conditions, LVMH's contractual requirements, prices, production lead times and development lead times
• Proactive risk analysis set up and quality problem solving with suppliers
• Countertypeing of materials management
• Supplier Creation Requirements & documents fill out

What is important for the role:

• At least 8 years' experience in similar positions managing suppliers and leather development
• Deep technical knowledge about leather
• Advanced Spanish and English skills (Italian and/or French will be a plus)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (PLM software will be a plus)

About us:

Created in Spain in 1846, LOEWE approaches over 180 years as one of the world's major luxury houses. Since 2013, under LOEWE's creative director, Jonathan Anderson, the brand has started a new chapter, presenting itself to the world as a house focused on craft and culture; evidenced through an intellectual yet playful approach to fashion, bold and vibrant Spanish lifestyle, and unmatched expertise with leather.

LOEWE has a rich legacy of craftsmanship dating back to its beginnings as a collective workshop and has long valued artisanal techniques in its approach to design and manufacture. These core values are reflected in the brand's belief in the importance of craft in today's culture, its modern interpretations of historical artistic achievements and its commitment to supporting contemporary art, craft and culture around the world.

If you think this role is made for you, please send us your CV