Senior Consultant - Leather Goods & Hardware

Senior Consultant - Leather Goods & Hardware

Location: Teramo, Abruzzo, Italy

Company: JR Italy

Client / Employer: Yibi Group | Strategic Global Partner to Luxury Maisons

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Listing type: Basic | EU work permit required: No

About the Company

Yibi Group is a leading OEM manufacturer and strategic partner to the world's most prestigious luxury houses, operating through three dedicated divisions:

• Yibi Luxury – premium leather goods hardware
• Yibi Jewelry – high‑end fashion jewelry
• Yibi Precision – precision metal components via metal injection moulding

As the only China‑based manufacturer fully certified by LVMH, Kering, and Richemont, Yibi combines artisanal dedication with intelligent automation to innovate alongside partners.

About the Role

Seeking a growth‑focused industry expert with deep, specialized experience in leather goods and hardware to drive European market expansion. Based in Europe, you will serve as key liaison and strategic advisor for existing clients and play a pivotal role in securing new business opportunities across Italy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan to attract new luxury clients in key European markets.
• Act as the primary technical and commercial interface for Yibi’s existing and prospective luxury clients in Europe, focusing on leather goods hardware projects.
• Proactively identify market trends, emerging brands, and new business opportunities in the leather goods sector.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects through networking, industry events, and targeted outreach.
• Facilitate day‑to‑day communication, providing expert insights on product development, sourcing and manufacturing processes for leather accessories.
• Leverage deep understanding of leather goods construction and hardware trims to advise on feasibility, aesthetics and functionality.
• Lead or participate in critical business negotiations and deliver compelling presentations to existing and potential clients.
• Act as a cultural bridge, navigating between Eastern and Western business practices within the leather goods sector.

Qualifications

• Industry background: 10+ years in business development, product development, procurement or strategic sourcing for leather goods hardware within top European luxury brands.
• Company pedigree: Prior employment with at least one of the following leading leather goods maisons: Chanel, Dior, Bvlgari, Fendi, Saint Laurent, Salvatore Ferragamo, Montblanc, CELINE.
• Product expertise: Hands‑on understanding of development, sourcing and supply chain for leather goods and metal hardware; experience with metal types and manufacturing techniques essential.
• Business development acumen: Proven ability to identify new opportunities, build a sales pipeline and convert prospects into long‑term clients.
• Professional network: Established high‑level network within the European leather goods industry.
• Language skills: Full professional proficiency in English and either Italian or French.

Required Skills

• Exceptional negotiation, communication and presentation abilities, paired with strategic thinking and customer‑centric mindset.
• Cultural fluency: Deep understanding of Sino‑European business nuances.
• Strong commercial acumen in pursuit of new business opportunities.

Preferred Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher; background in Industrial Design, Engineering or Fashion.

Benefits

• High flexibility with part‑time engagement and remote or hybrid work models.
• Preferred location: Florence, Italy.
• Opportunity to collaborate with prestigious brands and maximise impact.
• Competitive consultancy package with performance‑based incentives.

How to Apply

Please connect via LinkedIn messaging with a brief introduction and your LinkedIn profile or CV.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.