Job Description

Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1921, Gucci is one of the world’s leading luxury brands. Under the leadership of President and CEO Francesca Bellettini and the artistic direction of Demna, the House continues to redefine luxury and fashion while celebrating creativity, Italian craftsmanship, and innovation.
Gucci is part of the global luxury group Kering, which manages renowned Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear.

Role Mission

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Store Planning & Facilities, the Store Planning Procurement Manager plays a pivotal role in optimizing indirect procurement and sourcing across the Americas. This position demands a highly resourceful, analytical leader capable of driving significant cost savings while upholding the highest standards of luxury retail construction. You will spearhead regional sourcing initiatives, execute best-in-class purchasing principles, and ensure seamless alignment with Global Store Planning HQ.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Direct comprehensive sourcing strategies across key spend categories with a heavy emphasis on luxury retail construction
• Expertly manage the end-to-end vendor selection process for general contractors, architects, and specialty millworkers
• Organize complex RFx events, execute rigorous bid leveling, and lead high-stakes negotiations
• Collaborate closely with legal counsel to draft, refine, and execute robust Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and contracts
• Develop and maintain a centralized construction contractor database
• Track key performance indicators, enforce remediation efforts when necessary, and drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction strategies
• Partner with Global Store Planning Procurement to implement and further develop regional procurement policies, strengthening overall strategic sourcing capabilities.

Financial Optimization & Value Creation

• Identify and capture strategic cost-saving opportunities through sophisticated spend and category analysis
• Apply advanced quantity surveying and cost management principles to ensure rigorous budget adherence and maximum value extraction on all construction projects
• Transform complex data into actionable insights and develop advanced analytical reports and cost-plan presentations to effectively communicate strategic recommendations to regional leadership and Global HQ
• Cross-functionally streamline the procure-to-pay lifecycle, implementing innovative process improvements that drive efficiency and strict financial compliance

Sustainability & Innovation

• Ensure absolute compliance with the Kering Supplier Code of Conduct across all indirect suppliers in the Americas. Seamlessly integrate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) objectives into the standard RFx process
• Build cross-functional alliances across Maison’s and business functions to promote procurement best practices, driving a culture of continuous improvement and ethical sourcing

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field desired
• 5+ years of progressive, high-impact experience in strategic sourcing or procurement
• Proven mastery of complex RFx processes, advanced negotiation tactics, and end-to-end contract management within commercial construction or real estate development
• Exceptional project management skills with a proven track record of thriving within a highly matrixed, cross-functional corporate environment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint for executive-level data modeling and presentation
• Direct procurement experience within the luxury retail real estate or high-end store construction sectors preferred
• Deep practical knowledge of quantity surveying and rigorous construction cost management
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, RICS)
• Hands-on experience with enterprise e-procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
• Understanding of global trade regulations and international sourcing dynamics
• Ability to operate with a strong sense of urgency, high integrity, and absolute dependability in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of proactively synthesizing data from diverse sources to troubleshoot complex issues and formulate actionable, data-backed strategies.
• Possesses outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders, leading tough vendor negotiations, and delivering compelling presentations to senior leadership
• Thrives in dynamic environments, effortlessly reprioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines without compromising execution quality

Work Authorization

• Qualified candidates must have the proper work authorization to work in the United States

We are passionate makers and bold thought leaders. If you feel like us, grab this chance and be part of our community! "Gucci is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, disability, race, ethnicity, 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.

Accessibility

Our Gucci community is committed to providing a culture of inclusivity and accessibility in all aspects of the employee life cycle – starting with the candidate experience. If you are interested in becoming a Gucci Dream-maker and applying for employment and require a reasonable accommodation to assist with any part of the application and/or interview process, please contact us by email at accessibility.americas@gucci.com

When contacting us, please provide your contact information, the role you have applied to, and the nature of your accessibility issue. Please only send inquiries concerning requests for reasonable accommodations.

Salary Range – New York

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York, GUCCI includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions; including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications. In addition, where a candidate falls within the disclosed range estimate may be dependent on the applicable geographic differential associated with the location in which the position may be filled.

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $90,000 USD to $110,00 USD.

EOE M/D/F/D

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2026-08-10

Schedule

Full time

Organization

Gucci America Inc.