KERING Central Operations Consumables Procurement Specialist

Summary

Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across couture and ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy. In 2025, Kering employed 44,000 people and generated revenue of €14.7 billion.

Job Description

We are currently seeking for a professional to contribute in the role of Central Operations Consumables Procurement Specialist, who will report to the Central Operations Italy Warehouse Process Manager and will be part of our team based in Trecate (Novara).

Your opportunity

You will manage and coordinate activities related to packaging and material related to B2B, B2C and Reverse flows.

How you will contribute

• Supervise and respond to daily requests related to industrial packaging and branded items, working closely with GXO to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
• Accurately enter orders into Excel spreadsheets, monitoring order confirmations to ensure timely and precise purchasing operations
• Coordinate the pick-up of merchandise, ensuring delivery schedules are met and logistics are optimized to reduce costs and improve efficiency
• Ensure quality controls on materials and address claims
• Collect data, requirements and details to support the Sustainability team on annual sustainability declaration
• Monitor and analyze supplier KPIs to evaluate performance, SLA, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to optimize collaboration
• Evaluate the specifications of required materials, identifying and selecting qualified suppliers that meet quality standards and business requirements
• Negotiation of price and terms of logistic materials supplies
• Conduct thorough audits of suppliers to assess quality, compliance, and delivery timelines, implementing corrective measures when necessary to maintain high operational standards
• Utilize the Esker platform to view and verify data, ensuring the accuracy of information and compliance with business
• Support the continuous improvement of operational WH processes related to packaging, faulty, stock check, inbound flows, etc.

Who you are

• Graduate in Engineering, Economic or related studies
• Professional with experience in supply chains and operations field, ideally in the fashion industry
• Familiar with logistics operations processes, and packaging materials
• You are accurate and detailed oriented, with good organizational skills
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• You are a proactive person, able to have a clear overview about the working environment and to maintain control on different activities
• You are able to set clear objectives and priorities and effectively manage own time
• Team work oriented
• Expert in using all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
• Interested in Operations and Logistics topics and a passion to drive the topic within the business
• Fluent in English and Italian (both written and spoken)

Why work with us

This is an excellent opportunity to join the Kering adventure in a moment of extraordinary transformation and become part of a dynamic team in a global Luxury group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms - gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation - enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

What we offer

CCNL Applied: National Collective Labour Agreement per gli Addetti alle Industrie Manifatturiere delle Pelli e Succedanei e Ombrelli e Ombrelloni

Indicative starting compensation: 30 000€ gross yearly; annual bonus opportunity linked to individual and company objectives, subject to company policy

Benefits: in addition to those provided under the applicable National Collective Labor Agreement and by law, further benefits and initiatives may be offered in accordance with company policies (e.g. company canteen, welfare,...)

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2026-10-01

Schedule

Full time

Organization

KERING ITALIA S.P.A.