Production Manager

Company Description Henry Beguelin began on Elba Island in the early 1980s, when a group of friends started crafting handmade accessories from natural leather and recycled materials. These artisanal techniques became the foundation of the brand’s philosophy, centered on uniqueness, quality, and enduring craftsmanship. The company focuses on timeless, culturally rich designs that stand apart from mainstream fashion trends. Henry Beguelin appeals to individuals who value distinctive style, authenticity, and products that convey passion and heritage.

Role Description The Production Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Milan, responsible for overseeing the end-to-end production of Henry Beguelin accessories and leather goods. This position coordinates daily manufacturing activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management to ensure products meet quality standards and delivery timelines. The Production Manager collaborates closely with design, sourcing, and artisan teams to translate creative concepts into efficient production plans while preserving the brand’s craftsmanship and materials philosophy. The role includes monitoring inventory levels, optimizing processes, managing vendor and workshop relationships, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality regulations. The Production Manager also tracks production performance metrics, identifies improvement opportunities, and supports continuous development of production staff and artisans.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong production management and operations skills, including scheduling, workflow planning, and resource coordination.
• Candidates should possess experience with quality control, process improvement, and production monitoring in fashion, leather goods, or related industries.
• Candidates should possess skills in vendor and supplier management, inventory oversight, and cost awareness to support efficient and sustainable production.
• Candidates should possess effective communication, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills to work with design, sourcing, and workshop teams.
• Candidates should possess familiarity with artisanal or handcrafted manufacturing processes, materials selection (especially leather), and attention to detail in luxury products.
• Relevant qualifications include prior experience as a Production Manager or similar role, preferably in fashion or accessories, and a degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Fashion Management, or a related field.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include proficiency in production planning tools or ERP systems and working knowledge of Italian and English.