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Our vision is to establish HUGO BOSS as the leading premium tech-driven fashion platform worldwide and to be one of the top 100 global brands. At HUGO BOSS, we work as a team to apply our knowledge, skills and experience together and create a diversity of ideas and solutions. What unites us? We love fashion, we change fashion!
At HUGO BOSS, you have the opportunity to contribute your personality, ideas and creativity - because only when we break new ground together can we create something unique. Become part of our team of more than 19.000 employees worldwide and shape your future at HUGO BOSS!
At BOSS GREEN, It's our ambition to be the world's leading premium active lifestyle brand, defined by performance innovation, advance quality and iconic style!
BOSS Green represents the premium sport-performance and lifestyle Athleisure dimension of HUGO BOSS Menswear, blending technical functionality with contemporary design.
The collection represents active Golf, Tennis, Training and versatile commuting lifestyle, merging into a contemporary premium sportswear line.
We are seeking a creative team member to fill the position of Head of Design leading our BOSS GREEN Wovens department, Outerwear and Trousers. The position covers the creative development of this category and elevating its position within the global premium sportswear market.
What you can expect:
* Leading and executing the creative vision and design strategy for the BOSS Green product universe, in close collaboration with the Vice President of Design, translating the brand DNA into active and performance-oriented, modern sportswear collections that combine technical innovation with commercial appeal
* The position requires strong expertise in premium sportswear design, performance fabrics, and lifestyle-driven product development, while ensuring alignment with the broader BOSS Menswear strategy
* Leading the Design team, Collection coordinators, Trims department, R&D and collaborating with Product Managers and Operations team, ensuring that the design concept and seasonal story line is followed into a cohesive and market relevant range
* Guide the development process from concept to final product, including supplier visits, overlooking prices and style build up
* Strategic implementation to shape product range and create new opportunities within the seasonal collection trends / themes considering color charts, materials, and key silhouettes
* Benchmark analysis of competitors and strategic implementation into collections. Intensive and continuing research of premium sportswear trends, innovation and consumer behavior
* Manage design reviews with VP and Creative Direction in seasonal milestone meetings, leading fittings with all interfaces
Your profile:
* Minimum 6+ years of relevant professional Creative Management experience in menswear design, with strong background in sportswear or performance lifestyle apparel.
* Experience in Design and creative Leadership or Senior Design roles in the fashion industry, with focus on Outerwear and Trousers.
* Strong Managerial skills and team bonding mindset
* Strong understanding of sportswear structures and segmentation alongside intensive knowledge of performance influencing into the lifestyle segment
* Business & Market Awareness of the Golf, Tennis, Training and Lifestyle Athleisure
* Hands-on work mentality, flexible attitude, project driver and solution solving thinking are key
* Strong time planner and hitting deadlines and helicopter view skills
* Good knowledge of performance fabrics, like constructions, finishes, innovations and their suppliers
* Creative vision and enthusiasm for directing innovation with an understanding of commerciality
* Eagerness to constantly learn, grow and stimulate innovation, such as 3D
* Excellent verbal communication and written language skills in English, German is a plus
* Willingness to travel
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Your benefits:
* We offer a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including vacation and Christmas bonuses, a mobility allowance / Deutschlandticket, an annual clothing allowance, a company pension scheme, and our SHIP share program.
* Made for Me: Enjoy the freedom of our flexible working models. With 'Threedom of Work', spend 3 days in Metzingen and 2 days working remotely. Benefit from our 'Me Time' program for personal time off and the option of 30 days of 'Mobile Work EU' annually.
* High-performing people need a healthy balance. Take advantage of the employee gym, a variety of sports activities, a 37-hour workweek, and 30 vacation days a year.
* Exclusive discounts for shopping and arts: benefit from discounts for family and friends along with free entrance to more than 15 international art museums.
* Does innovation drive you? Same for us! This passion is reflected in our modern workplaces and innovative tools.
* Sustainability is one of our key values, and more than just a trend. We are committed to environmental, animal and climate protection, and human rights. As part of our commitment, we offer an environmentally friendly bus shuttle.
* We also place great importance to good taste when it comes to food. Welcome to our award-winning restaurant & café Times.
We are a global company with our employees representative of the world at large. Our inclusive culture embraces each person's authenticity and individuality. We are committed to equal employment opportunity. And we believe our equitable work environment helps unleash your full potential and inspires you to thrive.
Do you feel it's time for a new challenge at HUGO BOSS? If so, we look forward telling you all about this job opportunity in a personal conversation.