Manager, Technical Handbags (based in Dougguan, China)
Core
Technical expert for handbags leading construction, sample development, and supplier capability building to translate design concepts into production-ready solutions.
Role type
Manager, Technical Handbags
Builds
Handbag products for luxury/premium brands
Domain
Luxury fashion / Handbag manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Handbag construction engineering, sample development, supplier technical capability building, cost engineering, supplier negotiations, value engineering, quality standards management, design feasibility assessment
Preferred skills
Experience with global handbag brands, luxury product development, manufacturing environment exposure
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead construction and sample development for handbags; Evaluate design feasibility and production risks; Partner with design teams to ensure commercial viability; Assess supplier technical capabilities across materials and hardware; Drive cost transparency and value engineering initiatives; Manage supplier performance for quality, cost, and delivery
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC