
Head of Design – Simplicity
Simplicity networks
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Hamburg • Germany
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About the role
- You are responsible for developing and delivering a market-ready, trend-setting collection
- Design quality, perfect fit, a strong brand identity, and a commercial focus naturally go hand in hand for you
- You present the collection (digitally) together with the Collection Manager
- You work closely with our international suppliers
- You engage in continuous, direct market reflection (store checks in major cities, sample purchases, trend analyses, etc.)
- You inspire, lead, and develop the design team with a clear vision and a hands-on mindset
- As an integral member of the leadership team within the Product Category, you actively shape strategic decisions
Requirements
- Degree in Fashion Design
- At least 5 years of professional experience as a Senior Designer (within a 12-collection rhythm)
- Leadership experience
- Strong sense of trends, creativity, and identification with our brands
- Proficient in Illustrator, Photoshop & MS Office
- Very good German and English skills
- Structured working style and strong organizational skills
- High willingness to travel
Benefits
- A creative working environment with scope for initiative
- Flat hierarchies and an informal, first-name culture
- Your individual workspace setup, for example a laptop of your choice — private use included
- Support for your work–life balance with a hybrid working model and 30 days of vacation per year
- Market-oriented, industry-standard compensation plus additional benefits such as a contribution to your company pension plan and capital-forming savings contributions
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Benefits such as employee discounts, JobRad (cycle-to-work scheme), sports bonus, company events, and more
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
Fashion DesignTrend AnalysisCollection DevelopmentSample PurchasesBrand Identity Design
Soft skills
LeadershipCreativityOrganizational SkillsVision DevelopmentHands-on Mindset
Certifications
Degree in Fashion Design