Senior Designer (Loungewear)

Hunkemöller•Deerfield, IL

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Loungewear Designer is responsible for leading the end-to-end design vision, development, and execution of commercially successful, brand-right loungewear collections. As loungewear represents a strategic growth pillar for Hunkemöller, this role plays a critical part in elevating the category, defining its aesthetic direction, and driving business performance. This position combines advanced creative leadership, deep consumer understanding, and strong commercial acumen to translate brand strategy into innovative, trend-relevant, and high-performing product. Hunkemöller’s mission is to be a much loved, social and inclusive brand - powered by our people. We have over 900 stores in 15 countries and we are growing. Our plans to expand both in Europe and beyond provide exceptional opportunities for those with a passion for retail. Indeed, passion is one our six values: fun, inclusive, passionate, sexy, in-touch and inspiring. These values drive all we do and together with our growing commitment to the well-being of people, planet and communities, we are building a brand aligned to the demands of our global customers and those that work with us. Our USPs are many however, at the heart of what makes us special is a commitment to World-Class service, whatever the channel and wherever the store. This commitment extends to how we work with each other and creating a World-Class working environment. Hunkemöller is certified TOP EMPLOYER of the Netherlands (for the third time in a row) & Germany 2020, which underlines our people initiatives and achievements.

Requirements

Minimum 8+ years of experience in fashion design, with strong experience in loungewear, intimates, or adjacent categories
Proven track record of owning and growing a product category in a commercial fashion environment
Strong portfolio demonstrating creative leadership, innovation, and commercial success
Deep expertise in: Product construction, fabrics, and garment engineering
Trend forecasting and consumer behavior
End-to-end product development processes
Strong understanding of the balance between brand storytelling and commercial performance
Experience working in a fast-paced, international retail or omni-channel environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills

Nice To Haves

Experience preffered in CLO3D and AI mindset, Adobe Creative Suite and PLM systems

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of the loungewear category from concept to final execution
Define seasonal direction and ensure cohesive, elevated collections across all drops
Deliver innovative designs that balance creativity, comfort, functionality, and commercial viability
Own category performance, ensuring alignment with price architecture, margin targets, and business goals
Identify opportunities for category growth, new product concepts, and innovation
Drive deep understanding of the Hunkemöller customer, with a focus on lifestyle, comfort, and evolving homewear trends
Translate macro trends, cultural insights, and competitive analysis into forward-looking product concepts
Monitor sell-through, customer feedback, and competitor activity to continuously refine design direction
Anticipate shifts in the loungewear market and position the brand ahead of trends
Act as a key guardian and evolver of Hunkemöller’s brand identity within the loungewear category
Lead the creation of seasonal narratives, mood boards, and design concepts
Elevate storytelling through cohesive collections that resonate emotionally with the customer
Ensure consistency and innovation across materials, silhouettes, colors, and detailing
Design with a strong understanding of commercial drivers including margin, volume, and sell-through
Partner closely with Buying and Merchandising to align product strategy with business objectives
Use data, insights, and post-season analysis to optimize future collections
Balance long-term brand building with short-term trading opportunities
Lead collaboration across Design, Buying, Technical Development, Sourcing, and Marketing
Clearly communicate vision, concepts, and design intent to stakeholders at all levels
Influence decision-making to ensure alignment on product direction and execution
Mentor and support junior designers, fostering a high-performing and creative team environment
Deliver high-quality sketches, technical drawings, and detailed product specifications
Oversee fit sessions and ensure excellence in fit, comfort, and construction
Lead fabric, trim, and color development in alignment with category direction
Ensure all products meet quality standards and reflect premium design execution
Operate effectively within fast-paced seasonal calendars and multiple product drops
Respond quickly to trading performance and emerging opportunities
Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and ways of working
Champion efficiency while maintaining high creative standards

Benefits

25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
Hybrid work model, combining office and remote working
Possibility to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
An international work environment, working with teams across different countries
Travel allowance to support commuting costs
Access to the Hunkemöller Academy for professional development
25% employee discount on all Hunkemöller products

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