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Date: 13-Jan-2021
Location: Düsseldorf, DE
Company: C & A
Imagine your designs walking down the world's largest catwalk every day the street. Do you like the sound of that? Then you should definitively design for us. C&A makes fashion for everyone, while respecting our suppliers and the environment. Join us!
This position is fixed term for two years to cover maternity leave.
Your responsibilities at C&A
- Manage the design process from concept to final prototype for our XL and Maternity team and set a creative direction for the brand
- Establish a consistent message on look and feel and ensure deadlines and targets are achieved
- Manage multiple designers and balance the work load across the product category
- Ensure a balance of key items and "fashion must haves" are covered off within each category and controll the brand handwriting
- Responsibility for a fulfilled line plan with relevant product that meets criteria of fashion ability, quality and price
- Set clear targets for the team to work to and constantly check that targets are being met and that focus is maintained in line with the objectives
At C&A you can look forward to
- An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
- In-depth induction into your new role
- A positive working atmosphere with an open feedback culture
- The option to work from home
- In addition, you will enjoy attractive discounts including on a public transport travel pass
What we expect of you
- A college degree in Fashion Design or any related field, with 6-8+ years experience in a volume retail or manufacturing based design team environment
- Strong practical knowledge of garment construction with detailed experience in Plus Sizes and ideally Maternity
- Strong people management skills and the ability to manage and react to change and motivate others with a high level of empathy
- Excellent presentation and negotiation skills on all levels up to senior management
- A keen eye with the ability to identify the market trends relevant to address the needs of the customer segmentation
- You have a positive, outgoing, highly energetic and motivational personality
- Fluent German and English is essentiell
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