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Design Director
Simons
Quebec, CAN
Full-time
Director · 10+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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Responsibilities
- Define the artistic direction and mood boards in collaboration with the VP of Design and internal teams.
- Inspire, guide, and mentor a team of designers in the creation of high-value collections.
- Focus on the four pillars of design – fashion, fit, fabric, and finish – to ensure product excellence. Integrate trends and innovations in textiles, materials, and embellishments while aligning with sustainability goals.
- Collaborate closely with internal departments to ensure consistency across silhouettes, prints, and colour palettes.
- Analyze sales, trends, and customer behaviour to inform design decisions.
- Oversee timelines and contribute to the ongoing optimization of the creative process.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and high performance within the team.
- This role offers a unique opportunity to combine artistic vision, business acumen, and leadership in an environment where design is central to who we are.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design and Management, Graphic Design, Product Design, or any other relevant field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in fashion design, including a minimum of 4 years in a leadership and team management role.
- Expertise in women’s fashion, market trends, and consumer preferences.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English to effectively engage with all stakeholders.
- Deep understanding of sustainable fashion practices and how to integrate them into the design process.
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed.
Benefits
- A telemedicine service and Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Group insurance plan and RRSP.
- Up to 40% off Simons purchases.
- At Simons, people are at the heart of all that we do. We pay special attention to the well-being of our employees and their families, highlighting important moments that mark their journey, including service anniversaries and significant life milestones.
- Creativity, community, and respect are an integral part of our DNA. We offer everyone the opportunity to build a career that’s suited to them, whether that’s at our stores, head office, or Campus in Quebec City. Proud to recognize our teams’ contributions, we provide competitive work conditions as well as a comprehensive and scalable range of benefits. We also promote flexibility and a welcoming, inclusive, and caring work environment, where everybody can reach their full potential.
- Take this opportunity to join our dedicated team and make a difference at a company where people are the top priority.
About Simons
Retail2837 employeesFounded 1840
Canadian family-owned accessible fashion retailer serving shoppers through stores and e-commerce.
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