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About LOEWE Created in Spain in 1846, LOEWE approaches 180 years as one of the world’s major luxury houses. Now under the Creative Direction of Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the brand presents itself to the world as a house focused on craft and culture, evidenced through an intellectual yet playful approach to fashion, bold and vibrant Spanish lifestyle, and unmatched expertise with leather. LOEWE has a rich legacy of craftsmanship dating back to its beginnings as a collective workshop and has long valued artisanal techniques in its approach to design and manufacture. These core values are reflected in the brand’s belief in the importance of craft in today’s culture, its modern interpretations of historical artistic achievements and its commitment to supporting contemporary art, craft and culture around the world. At LOEWE, we value the uniqueness of our clients and our teams, whoever and wherever they are. We are committed to a culture that welcomes all genders, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, and abilities, including people with disabilities of all types. Our aim is for everyone to feel valued, included and empowered to contribute their best. Role: Head of Leather RTW Product Development Reports to: Head of RTW PD Location: Barcelona Start date: June 2026 End date: March 2027 Maternity cover, CDD ROLE The Head of Leather RTW Development leads the technical development and industrial feasibility of Men’s and Women’s Leather Ready-to-Wear collections. The role ensures that the creative vision is translated into technically viable, high-quality garments aligned with Loewe’s standards of craftsmanship, cost targets and production constraints. Acting as a key interface between Design, Merchandising, Business teams and international suppliers, the position oversees the full development process from concept to production readiness while coordinating cross-functional teams across Paris, Barcelona and key European manufacturing partners. KEY RESPONSABILITIES Collection Development Lead the development of Men’s and Women’s Leather RTW collections from sketch to final sample validation. Coordinate prototypes and samples fittings with the Pd’s and Design team. Ensure garments meet technical feasibility, quality standards and production requirements. Lead technical discussions and decision-making during fittings and development stages. Collaborate with patternmakers and technical teams to optimize construction and garment development. Leather & Material Development Support the research and development of new leather qualities, materials and trims. Participate in leather selection alongside the Leather Research Manager, Design and Merchandising to ensure alignment between creative vision, technical feasibility and product strategy. Manage material sourcing for development and ensure alignment with product and cost targets. Cost & Product Strategy Conduct cost analysis and monitor development budgets. Collaborate with Merchandising to align product development with market positioning and pricing strategy. Assess the economic impact of material and technical decisions on the collection. Industrialization & Production Follow-up Evaluate industrial feasibility and optimize designs for production. Work closely with production technicians to resolve technical and manufacturing challenges. Ensure smooth transition from development to production. Supplier Management Manage relationships with international garment suppliers. Lead technical discussions with manufacturers to establish timelines, production conditions and quality standards. Visit suppliers to supervise development progress, resolve technical issues and ensure compliance with Loewe specifications. Ensure garments meet Loewe’s standards of craftsmanship and quality. Team & Cross-functional Coordination Coordinate development activities between Paris, Barcelona and external suppliers. Lead and support the leather development team, ensuring alignment with collection calendars and development milestones. Technical Documentation Ensure accurate completion of technical documentation including BOMs and development tracking in PLM. Maintain clear product information to support cost calculation, industrialization and production. Encouraging diversity in all its forms, LOEWE is committed to the employment of people with disabilities. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create and foster an inclusive environment for all.
