Men Denim Senior Designer (m/f/d)

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 Men Denim Senior Designer (m/f/d)!

The Senior Designer plays a key role in shaping the optimal product assortment in alignment with C&A’s creative direction, consumer strategy, and brand DNA. This position requires the ability to interpret market trends and translate them effectively within the assigned product category.

Your responsibilities

• Collaborate with the cross-functional creative team to develop and execute a clear and compelling creative vision for C&A's brand collections
• Work with cross-functional partners in Merchandising and Product Development to build and deliver an appropriate product assortment geared toward our target consumer
• Work closely with the creative lead and cross-functional teams, including Product Development and Production, to bring the collections to life
• Stay up-to-date on the latest fashion trends and innovations, incorporating these trends into C&A’s brand commercial collections by translating market trends and understanding how they relate within the assigned product area
• Ensure designs fit into the overall collection and meet financial guidelines
• Mentor and lead design specialists, providing guidance and feedback to ensure their designs align with the brand's DNA, aesthetic, and vision
• Oversee the production process, ensuring that the final product meets the brand's standards for quality and craftsmanship
• Design and create clothing and accessories, including sketching and creating technical drawings, selecting fabrics, trims, and materials, and working with the Product Development team to ensure the final product meets the brand's standards
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Present designs and collections to senior leadership and other stakeholders, effectively communicating the creative vision and direction of the brand

What you bring

• Degree in Fashion Design or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• At least 5 years of experience in fashion design, with proven experience managing and leading design teams and complex projects within budget
• Strong understanding of fashion design principles (silhouette, proportion, color) and the ability to create original designs aligned with the brand’s aesthetic
• Expertise in fabrics and materials, including their properties, quality, and suitability
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other fashion industry tools, with experience translating creative ideas into finished products
• Solid understanding of business strategy, product development, and production, with the ability to collaborate across teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Proven leadership skills, including mentoring and motivating design teams, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth
• Excellent communication skills, able to present creative visions effectively to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving abilities, organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and manage time efficiently

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 plus an additional 3 days off
• 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