Vice President, Design, Québec

Simons was founded in 1840 by John Simons in Quebec City. Originally a dry goods store, the family company is known today for accessible and inspired fashion. It is committed to cultivating creativity and building meaningful relationships with its staff, partners, and clientele. The company cares about the environment and about the communities in which it does business.Simons is recognized as a fashion authority with an original shopping concept. Exclusive collections, emerging local and nationally recognized brands, and pieces by top designer names are all available under one roof in the store’s distinctive zones.Your RoleReporting to the Senior Vice President, Design and Manufacturing, you are responsible for the creative vision and evolution of the product offering for Simons’ exclusive brands.At the intersection of design, buying, and manufacturing, you play a key role in the innovation triangle by guiding teams toward distinctive, cohesive, and commercially successful collections.A visionary and inspiring leader, you create an environment where creativity, rigor, and collaboration continuously elevate design standards and deliver products aligned with customer expectationsand business objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesCreative Vision and Design DirectionMaintain the clarity and evolution of the exclusive brands’ persona identities to ensure collection consistencyElevate the quality and standards of design while balancing creativity and commercial performanceGuide teams in integrating trends and developing distinctive collectionsStrategic Alignment and Product DevelopmentCollaborate closely with the buying, manufacturing, and marketing teamsLead the development of innovative products, from concept to technical executionEnsure collections are aligned with businessobjectives and customer expectationsIntegrate sustainability principles into design practicesTechnical Excellence and Product ConsistencyOversee technical design teams to ensure product quality, fit, and consistencyOptimize product development standards, processes, and toolsEnsure a consistent product experience both in-store and onlineMarket Analysis and PerformanceLeverage sales data to guide creative decisionsLead trend research and competitive analysisTranslate customer and market insights into clear product decisions (assortment, positioning, new products)Represent the creative vision atthe strategic leadership levelLeadership and Team DevelopmentInspire, coach, and develop design leaders and their teamsFoster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellenceStructure teams to support performance, quality, and innovationBuild a strong pipeline of creative talent to support succession planningRequirements15 years of experience in fashion design, including several years in a leadership roleStrategic leadership and strong ability to mobilize multidisciplinary teamsCreative vision combined with strong business acumenExpertise in trends, product development, and commercial designExcellent collaboration and influencing skillsBilingualism in French and English to communicate with all stakeholdersAvailability to travel internationallyBenefitsA telemedicine service and Employee and Family Assistance ProgramGroup insurance plan and RRSPUp to 40% off Simons purchasesTo seize this exceptional career opportunity, we invite you to send us your portfolio via URL link or in PDF format only.NB: Only applications accompanied by a portfolio will be considered.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’sat 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 everybodycan 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr