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Leather Material Developer

Quince· Product Sourcing
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Hybrid (Italy, Spain), RemoteFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Premium leather material development role focused on advancing material quality, supply chain consistency, and establishing a strategic Leather Library to spur innovation across product categories.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Collaborate with QA/QC teams to address defects, color variation, and wear issues.
  • Identify and evaluate global leather suppliers ensuring traceability and ethical sourcing.
  • Manage vendor performance, negotiate terms, and drive continuous improvement in material quality.
  • Work closely with design, product development, and supply chain teams to align material innovation with brand positioning.
  • Provide technical expertise to support new product launches and premium collections.
  • Monitor supply chain risks and ensure compliance with sustainability and regulatory standards.
  • Implement traceability systems to strengthen transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

  • 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; ability to collaborate across global teams.
  • Passion for craftsmanship, innovation, and sustainability in leather goods.

Skills

Required:Leather material developmentVendor managementQuality assurance/QA
Nice to have:Sustainability & regulatory compliance
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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