Head of Range and Design

About the role

JYSK is looking for a Head of Range and Design based at its Head Office in Aarhus, Denmark. You will define the overall design direction and collection architecture across product categories, from sleep and furniture to textiles and home décor, turning brand, trends and customer insights into a clear design vision that connects the product universe.

Key responsibilities

• Own and develop JYSK's design direction and collection architecture, ensuring Scandinavian design DNA is reflected consistently in colours, materials, shapes, functionality, quality and packaging.
• Develop collection architecture and design briefs in close collaboration with Category Management and suppliers.
• Use customer insights, sales data and profitability to guide design decisions and strengthen range performance.
• Present design concepts and recommendations to stakeholders, balancing creative ideas with commercial priorities.
• Work with Marketing, E-Commerce, Visual Merchandising and Sales & Expansion on photography, social media, campaigns and the overall customer experience.
• Lead and develop a three-person Design team, set priorities, give constructive feedback and foster a culture of creative excellence, collaboration and commercial awareness.
• Take part in range meetings, trade fairs and supplier visits in Denmark and abroad, travelling about 30-40 days per year.

Required profile

• Solid experience in design, product development, range management or category management within an international retail, brand or lifestyle business, with a track record of developing product concepts or collections.
• Ability to define a clear design direction and turn it into practical design briefs and priorities.
• Strong understanding of Scandinavian design, including colours, materials, functionality and visual consistency.
• Experience leading and developing colleagues, setting priorities and building a collaborative culture.
• Fluency in English and confidence presenting design concepts to stakeholders.

Required skills

• Data-driven approach to decision-making, using customer insights, sales data and profitability.
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.

What we offer

• A strategic leadership role with significant influence on design direction, product universe and customer experience.
• Responsibility for a dedicated three-person team with development opportunities.
• Close involvement in product development, supplier partnerships and emerging home furnishing trends.
• A results-oriented culture built on trust, teamwork and freedom with responsibility.
• Professional and personal development opportunities and attractive employee benefits.

Candidates are encouraged to attach a portfolio of design work, collections or concepts with their application, and to send a brief message instead of a traditional cover letter.