About this role
Summary
About Kering
Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across couture and ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy. In 2025, Kering employed 44,000 people and generated revenue of €14.7 billion.
Job Description
Kering Industrial Organization is currently seeking a Platforms’ Supplier Portfolio Senior Manager, based in Milano or Scandicci, Italy.
Your opportunity
As a Platforms’ Supplier Portfolio Senior Manager, you will play a key role in driving Direct Procurement strategy.
You will work closely and report to the Direct Procurement Platform Leader (COO). You will be in charge of coordinating Direct Procurement Managers (i.e. Leather Goods, RTW, Shoes, Tannery, Metal Hardware) that will functionally report to you. You will be in charge of translating Direct Procurement platform-level guidelines into concrete decisions and ensuring best practices are consistently applied within all the categories.
The role requires outstanding managerial and problem-solving capabilities combined with strong hands-on approach.
How you will contribute
Coordinate Supplier Strategies (incl. rationalization initiatives) and Processes across all Category Platforms, based on Direct Procurement Platform Leadership guidelines
Harmonize preferred supplier selection processes
Define best practices for negotiation and supplier management (e.g. scouting, benchmarking, tenders, onboarding) and ensure best practices are properly implemented within all Categories
Coordinate the Brands Procurement within the Platform on supplier decisions and methodologies, ensuring Direct Procurement Leadership inputs are broadly implemented
Define and implement the key KPIs (quality, delivery, cost) to monitor Supplier Performance and drive corrective action plans when needed
Support continuous improvement in procurement processes, identifying inefficiencies and contributing to the definition of shared tools and ways of working across Platforms.
Who you are
Strong managerial capabilities mindset, able to define and execute strategies, lead negotiations, and manage complex multi-stakeholder environments.
Familiarity with at least one of the categories you will work on (leather goods, shoes, RTW, metal hardware, tanneries) is required.
Ability to operate effectively in a matrix organization, managing functional and hierarchical reporting lines simultaneously.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present and discuss procurement strategies with senior stakeholders (C levels).
Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Supply Chain, Operations, Statistics, or related disciplines.
10-15 years of experience in direct procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, in the luxury fashion or manufacturing industry.
Leadership and coordination skills, with experience managing or mentoring junior team members.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with procurement or supply chain tools is a plus.
Fluent in Italian and English; French is a plus
Why work with us?
This is a unique opportunity to join Kering at a key moment of operational transformation and to contribute directly to the evolution of the Platforms model.
You will be at the forefront of supplier strategy within a leading global Luxury group, working with senior stakeholders and across iconic Maisons, while developing deep expertise in luxury supply chain and procurement.
Kering is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Diversity in all its forms enriches the workplace and fosters creativity, agility, and performance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
What We Offer
CCNL Applied: National Collective Labour Agreement per gli Addetti alle Industrie Manifatturiere delle Pelli e Succedanei e Ombrelli e Ombrelloni
Indicative starting compensation: 50 000€
Annual bonus opportunity linked to individual and company objectives, subject to company policy
Job Type
Regular
Start Date
2027-01-01
Schedule
Full time
Organization
KERING ITALIA S.P.A.