Guess Europe Sagl

Sells clothing and accessories across Europe

Designer - Apparel

Product & Experience DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBioggio, SwitzerlandNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree or diploma in Fashion and/or Design Arts is required.
At least 3–4 years of experience in the same role and field is required.
Strong knowledge of fashion and emerging trends is required.
A strong understanding of fashion products, style, and graphic trends is required.
A clear understanding of the brand identity and a practical approach are required.
Commercial awareness and a strong fashion eye are required.
The ability to handle multiple tasks and projects while meeting deadlines and the design calendar is required.
Availability to travel when needed is required.
Fluent English is required.
Good computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, are required.
Extensive experience with Adobe Creative Suite software, including Illustrator and Photoshop, is required.
Flexibility and a sense of urgency are required.

Responsibilities

Manage the design process from concept to completion, collaborating with the Buying and Product Development teams to align priorities and direction.
Design and develop commercial products, planning the line according to fashion trends and sales needs.
Create and present seasonal mood boards showcasing silhouettes, fabrics, and style details.
Create and present technical flat sketches for tech packs to be handed to product developers.
Select fabrics and trims for developed styles.
Upload new styles to the internal product lifecycle management system, creating style codes, tech packs, and bills of materials for each new style in the line.
Continuously update style status in the product lifecycle management system throughout collection development, from sketch to sales meeting sample.
Manage sample fitting sessions in collaboration with the Product Development team and pattern makers.
Support the visual team with seasonal product guidelines.
Visit trade shows and stores for market browsing when needed.
Visit suppliers and manufacturers when needed.
Work closely with the design team, Buyers, Brand Managers, and other apparel division departments.

Desired Qualifications

3D design skills, preferably CLO 3D.

Designer Outlet

Guess Europe Sagl · Bioggio, Switzerland · — · Posted 2026-07-30

Workplace: on_site

Department: Apparel

Description

The Designer will be responsible for researching and interpreting emerging fashion and consumer trends, translating them into commercial products that reflect the Factory Outlet brand identity and meet customer expectations. By identifying new product opportunities and developing commercially relevant collections, the designer will play a key role in driving the evolution of the assortment while collaborating closely with Merchandising and Buying, and Product Development teams. According to their level of expertise, the designer will independently manage advanced design activities and contribute to strategic product decisions.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the design process from concept to completion, collaborating with the Buying and Product Development team to ensure alignment of priorities and direction.
Design and develop commercial products, planning the line according to fashion trends and sales needs.
Create and present mood boards for each season, showcasing silhouettes, fabrics, and details of styles.
Create and present technical flat sketches for tech packs to be handed over to product developers.
Select fabrics and trims for the developed styles.
Upload new styles on the internal PLM creating style codes, tech pack/BOM, for each new style in the line.
Continuous update of style status on the PLM during the different steps of the collection development (from sketch to sms).
Manage the sample fitting sessions in collaboration with PD team and pattern makers.
Support the visual team with seasonal product guidelines.
Visit trade shows and stores for market browsing if needed.
Visit suppliers and manufacturers if needed.
Work closely with the entire design team as well as Buyers, Brand Managers and other apparel division departments.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree or Diploma in Fashion and/or Design Arts.
At least 3-4 years of experience in the same role and field.
Strong knowledge of fashion and emerging trends.
Strong attitude and understanding of fashion product, style, and graphic trends.
Creative, with a clear understanding of the brand DNA, and a very pragmatical approach.
Fashion eye with commercial awareness.
Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects with adherence to deadlines and design calendar.
Dynamic personality, fast thinker, positive attitude.
Availability for traveling if needed.
Sense of urgency and flexibility
Fluent English.
Good knowledge of computer skills: Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Extensive experience with Adobe CS software, including Illustrator and Photoshop
3D design skills preferred (Clo 3D).

Benefits

An International, fresh and dynamic working environment
Physical & Mental Health programs, sustainable projects and workshop promoted by Guess Community
Arts, sports and social events outside the office, thanks to our Guess Fun activities!
Training & Development platform and paths
Discount on our products both online and in stores

Don’t miss your chance to join a progressive and sustainable global company, which is constantly looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow in a competitive and tough market.

Guess promotes a people-first workspace, where their well-being and their development are part of the history and the success of the brand.

Do you think we’re a good match for you? Apply now to be part of our family!

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About the Company

Guess Europe Sagl

Sells clothing and accessories across Europe

Guess Europe Sagl coordinates the regional fashion business behind GUESS clothing and accessories, serving shoppers and wholesale partners. Its retail teams sell collections through branded stores, while wholesale teams work with other retailers to present products and support sales in their markets. The business also connects online commerce with product buying and merchandising, earning revenue from goods sold directly to consumers or supplied to retail accounts. From its Swiss base, it coordinates marketing and product availability across countries, linking commercial plans with ordering and distribution. The Swiss legal entity was formed in 2006 and is headquartered in Bioggio, Switzerland.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bioggio, Switzerland
Founded: 2006

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