GUCCI Men Leather Goods Designer

Summary
Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Under the leadership of President and CEO Francesca Bellettini and the artistic direction of Demna, the House continues to redefine luxury and fashion while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation.

Gucci is part of the global luxury group Kering, which manages renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear.

Reporting to the Men Leather Goods Design Director, the Men Leather Goods Designer contributes to the development of Men Leather Goods collections and special projects, translating creative direction into product concepts that reflect Gucci’s aesthetic, craftsmanship, and brand principles.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

- Research fashion, lifestyle, cultural, and product trends to identify relevant inspirations and opportunities for the Men Leather Goods category.
- Develop creative research based on collection themes and Artistic Director inputs, drawing from archives, vintage markets, suppliers, exhibitions, books, digital sources, and other relevant references.
- Develop sketches and design proposals in line with the creative brief, the Brand aesthetic, and the direction provided by Senior Designers and the Men Leather Goods Design Director.
- Refine designs by integrating feedback on proportions, dimensions, materials, colors, constructions, and product details; prepare renderings and graphic updates when required.
- Collaborate with Merchandising, Product Development, Legal, and other relevant functions, sharing accurate product information and incorporating their inputs throughout collection and special-project development.
- Work across product categories to support consistency and coherence within the collection, while ensuring clear and continuous communication with internal stakeholders and contributing practical solutions when issues arise.

Requirements

- 5-7 years of experience in a similar leather goods design role, preferably within the luxury or fashion industry.
- Strong knowledge of leather goods product development, constructions, materials, techniques, and industrial production processes.
- Strong fashion culture and awareness of trends, designers, luxury products, and Gucci’s heritage.
- Excellent freehand drawing and visualization skills, with proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
- Creative and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional and multicultural teams.
- Ability to manage priorities, maintain accuracy and creative focus under pressure, and communicate fluently in English.
- Translating creative direction into distinctive, technically feasible product proposals while preserving the integrity of the Brand aesthetic.
- Balancing creative development, cross-functional inputs, and collection deadlines across multiple products and special projects.

Salary Package

- Gross Annual Salary : 45.000€ (unless otherwise agreed, in the event of a positive outcome of the selection process, should specific levels of experience and autonomy and/or particular competencies emerge during the selection process, based on objective criteria).
- NCBA (National Collective Bargaining Agreement) : National Contract per gli Addetti alle Industrie Manifatturiere delle Pelli e Succedanei e Ombrelli e Ombrelloni (unique alphanumeric code: D111)
- White-collar
- Bonuses and Commissions : Annual Target Bonus as per the company-level collective agreement in force, up to 20% of the Gross Annual Salary.
- Other Benefits : Company canteen
- Supplementary health insurance
- Company welfare program

Gucci 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.

Job Type
Regular

Start Date
2027-01-11

Schedule
Full time

Organization
Guccio Gucci S.p.A.