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Senior Designer (Loungewear)

On-site in Hilversum·Added 5 months ago

First posted 5 months ago, still open when we checked on 9 Oct

Hunkemöller

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum 8+ years of experience in fashion design, with strong experience in loungewear, intimates, or adjacent categories
Proven track record of owning and growing a product category in a commercial fashion environment
Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership, innovation, and commercial success
Product construction, fabrics, and garment engineering
Trend forecasting and consumer behavior
End-to-end product development processes
Strong understanding of the balance between brand storytelling and commercial performance
Experience working in a fast-paced, international retail or omni-channel environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills

Nice to have

Experience preffered in CLO3D and AI mindset, Adobe Creative Suite and PLM systems

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
Hybrid work model, combining office and remote working
Possibility to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
An international work environment, working with teams across different countries
Travel allowance to support commuting costs
Access to the Hunkemöller Academy for professional development
25% employee discount on all Hunkemöller products

Please note: We take care of our recruitment directly at Hunkemöller. For this reason, we kindly ask agencies not to reach out, and applications sent by email cannot be considered. If you're interested in this role, we'd love to receive your application via our official career channels.

The role

As a senior member of the design team, this role not only owns key product areas but also mentors designers, influences cross-functional stakeholders, and contributes to the long-term evolution of the brand's product offering.

What you'll do

Key Accountabilities

Lead the design and development of the loungewear category from concept to final execution
Define seasonal direction and ensure cohesive, elevated collections across all drops
Deliver innovative designs that balance creativity, comfort, functionality, and commercial viability
Own category performance, ensuring alignment with price architecture, margin targets, and business goals
Identify opportunities for category growth, new product concepts, and innovation
Drive deep understanding of the Hunkemöller customer, with a focus on lifestyle, comfort, and evolving homewear trends
Translate macro trends, cultural insights, and competitive analysis into forward-looking product concepts* Monitor sell-through, customer feedback, and competitor activity to continuously refine design direction
Anticipate shifts in the loungewear market and position the brand ahead of trends
Act as a key guardian and evolver of Hunkemöller's brand identity within the loungewear category
Lead the creation of seasonal narratives, mood boards, and design concepts
Elevate storytelling through cohesive collections that resonate emotionally with the customer
Ensure consistency and innovation across materials, silhouettes, colors, and detailing
Design with a strong understanding of commercial drivers including margin, volume, and sell-through
Partner closely with Buying and Merchandising to align product strategy with business objectives
Use data, insights, and post-season analysis to optimize future collections
Balance long-term brand building with short-term trading opportunities
Lead collaboration across Design, Buying, Technical Development, Sourcing, and Marketing
Clearly communicate vision, concepts, and design intent to stakeholders at all levels
Influence decision-making to ensure alignment on product direction and execution
Mentor and support junior designers, fostering a high-performing and creative team environment
Deliver high-quality sketches, technical drawings, and detailed product specifications
Oversee fit sessions and ensure excellence in fit, comfort, and construction
Lead fabric, trim, and color development in alignment with category direction
Ensure all products meet quality standards and reflect premium design execution
Operate effectively within fast-paced seasonal calendars and multiple product drops
Respond quickly to trading performance and emerging opportunities
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and ways of working
*Champion efficiency while maintaining high creative standards