DESIGN MANAGER ( HOMEWARE PRODUCTS)

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DESIGN MANAGER (HOMEWARE PRODUCTS), London

Client: House of Fashion Associates Ltd

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 321f1f36e62d

Job Views: 14

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description

DIGITAL DESIGN MANAGER EMEA - HOMEWARE CONSUMER FMCG PRODUCTS

LONDON - HYBRID ROLE

£59k + BONUSES

Our client is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as NUK, Coleman, Yankee Candle, Sistema, and Sharpie. Their high-performance culture, curiosity, and talented people drive their success. Their core values guide all they do and how they win as a company.

The Role

The Digital / Graphic Design Manager is an experienced, idea-driven, conceptual thinker who excels at translating design strategy into creative solutions for cohesive experiences across the omni-channel space. Responsibilities include content creation for direct and indirect eCommerce sites, photography, product detail pages, and collateral. The role empowers designers to research, visualize concepts, and communicate design intent effectively. The successful candidate will operate strategically to develop world-class digital designs that resonate with consumers and build brand equity across the portfolio, with experience in retail, e-commerce, or CPG/FMCG direct-to-consumer sectors.

Responsibilities

• Execute visual brand strategies and initiatives with high efficiency.
• Demonstrate integrity, maturity, and a solution-oriented approach.
• Work effectively with speed and simplicity.
• Connect with all levels of employees across functions and geographies.
• Present and sell creative concepts confidently.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and generate creative ideas.
• Present concepts with rationale and mastery.
• Stay updated on marketing trends and best practices.
• Design and execute omni-channel digital assets, including websites and emails with a mobile-first approach.
• Interpret creative briefs and recommend design approaches.
• Apply brand style guides consistently and develop new standards as needed.
• Prepare assets for print production accurately and efficiently.
• Direct brand and product photo/video shoots.
• Collaborate across teams and share best practices.
• Work with copywriters to create supporting graphics.
• Mentor designers through critiques and knowledge sharing.
• Recommend process improvements.

Experience

• University degree in graphic design, art, or related field.
• 7+ years in a creative/graphic design role, with experience in digital assets for eCommerce, email, websites, and social media.
• Experience in brand development and execution.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator); XD and After Effects preferred.
• Highly detail-oriented and passionate about design.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Calm under pressure, with problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills to drive consensus and collaboration.
• Experience working in multilingual environments; fluency in French or German preferred.