OverviewLG&Shoes MFO Product Manager (Maternity Cover) role at Versace. Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover). Department: Product Development. Mode: Hybrid.Versace founded by Gianni Versace in 1978 is built on the principle of freedom — empowering fearless self-expression through every touchpoint, from fashion, interiors, fragrance, hospitality and more. Its spirit of independence fuels its relationships with influential figures, positioning Versace at the heart of culture. It is a luxury Italian vision with deeply Mediterranean values, committed to uncompromising quality in its designs for a complete life. Under the creative direction of Chief Creative Officer Dario Vitale, Versace wields the codes of luxury and classicism to ignite a daring new path.Your opportunity:As a LG&Shoes MFO Product Manager you will focus on Men's/Women's Footwear and Men's/Women's Leather Goods for the Made for Outlet category with a strong interaction with various internal stakeholders with the aim of developing the LG & Shoes MFO collections from prototyping to production, in compliance with quality standards, the allocated budget and the planned timelines.Your contributionAnalysis of warehouse leftovers and proposal of solutions for their optimal use, with the aim of maximising recovery.Participation in all stages of product development, from conception to approval of the industrialisation sample, in compliance with collection times and assigned deadlines.Drafting and management of documentation for the correct transfer of product information to support the prototyping and sampling phases.Continuous interface with the DiBa department in order to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data entered into the system.Negotiation with suppliers on facon and processing costs, in case of deviations from the assigned targets.Management of the interface with Italian and foreign suppliers, in collaboration with the Product Manager and technical staff, ensuring timely and effective communication.Definition and communication of requirements for prototyping and sampling orders.Constant monitoring of development progress in accordance with priorities.Management of the collection development budget by category and definition of cost targets.Regular sharing of collection progress with all departments involved.Active participation in prototype and sample defect detection.Cross-functional collaboration with the Style, Merchandising, Production and Logistics departments.5 years of experience in the product field for the Accessories (Footwear, Leather Goods) categories in the luxury sector.Excellent knowledge of the Office package (Excel, PowerPoint) and knowledge of Stealth 3000 and PLM Centric management systems.Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, strong precision and a constructive approach to problem solving. A keen sensitivity to the product is required.Fluent knowledge of English.Willingness to travel domestically and abroad for short periods is required.Don’t lose this great opportunity to join us. Apply soon!Diversity and inclusion are integral to Versace's DNA. We promote an inclusive environment where employees and customers from diverse backgrounds are welcomed, valued, and celebrated. We take pride in our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and will continue to uphold these principles wherever we do business. Our doors are open to all.WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/D/FSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProduct ManagementIndustriesRetail Apparel and Fashion and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
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