Leather Material Developer (Luxury)

TL;DR

Leather Material Developer (Luxury Retail): Developing and benchmarking premium leather materials for accessories with an accent on quality standards and supply chain consistency. Focus on establishing a strategic Leather Library, optimizing vendor performance, and ensuring ethical sourcing and sustainability.

Location: Italy, Spain

Company

A direct-to-consumer tech company disrupting the retail industry by combining high-quality essentials with AI and automation.

What you will do

• Develop, benchmark, and archive premium leather materials for handbags, small leather goods, belts, and accessories.
• Establish and maintain a centralized Leather Library to ensure consistency and facilitate innovation.
• Define and implement rigorous quality standards for leather performance, durability, and aesthetics.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage global leather suppliers, focusing on traceability and ethical sourcing.
• Collaborate with design, product development, and supply chain teams to align materials with brand positioning.
• Implement traceability systems to strengthen transparency and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Material Science, Leather Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in leather material development, sourcing, or QA/QC within luxury or premium brands.
• Strong knowledge of leather tanning, finishing, and testing methods.
• Proven track record in vendor management and supply chain optimization.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for global team collaboration.
• Must be based in Italy or Spain.

Culture & Benefits

• Mission-driven team reshaping the retail industry through accessibility and sustainability.
• Environment built for builders and innovators challenging the status quo.
• Strong commitment to social and environmental responsibility and ethical production.
• Equal opportunity employer with inclusive hiring practices and reasonable accommodations.