The future looks like you
With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for
the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.
At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as a Design Specialist Flatknit/Circularknit (m/f/d)!
Your responsibilities
- Collaborate with the sample makers to ensure that prototypes are made according to the correct specifications
- Keep up to date with industry trends and new technologies and incorporate these into your designs / Assist with research on current and future fashion trends, materials, and techniques
- Willingness to learn with a progressive mentality by taking on tasks and responsibilities for skill development
- Assist with fittings and make any necessary changes to the design
- Create sketches and technical drawings / 3D design
What you bring
- Degree in Fashion Design or a related field
- At least 1–2 years of design experience
- Basic understanding of video editing and creating motion pictures
- Strong understanding of fashion design principles
- Solid knowledge of fabrics and materials, including their properties, quality, and a good awareness of suitability
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other industry‑relevant tools; initial experience in using these to bring creative visions to life is appreciated
- Passionate about the product, focused on optimizing quality processes and delivering the best product for our consumer
- Good communication (written and verbal), analytical (critical thinking), and organizational skills, with great attention to detail and efficient time management, while being able to manage and react to change
- Strong team player with good relationship skills, combined with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
What we offer
This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognizable retail brands, you will also enjoy:
- Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
- Access to a Partner Discount Scheme
- An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
- 30 days' vacation
- Corporate pension scheme
- Mental health and wellness program
- An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
- A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture
C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self.
We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply and help us build an inclusive community.