Founded in Norway in 1877, Helly Hansen continues to develop professional grade apparel that helps people stay and feel alive. Through insights drawn from living and working in the world’s harshest environments, the company has developed a long list of first-to-market innovations, including the first supple waterproof fabrics more than 140 years ago. Other breakthroughs include the first fleece fabrics in the 1960s, the first technical base layers in the 1970s, made with LIFA® Stay Dry technology, the patented H2Flow™ temperature regulating system, and the revolutionary lighter, warmer LIFALOFT™ insulation. Building on Helly Hansen’s proprietary HELLY TECH® waterproof/breathable system, the technical outdoor brand has most recently introduced the award-winning LIFA INFINITY PRO™ - the company’s most innovative and responsible waterproof/breathable technology to date.
Helly Hansen is a leader in technical sailing and performance ski apparel, as well as premium workwear. Its uniforms are worn and trusted by more than 55,000 professionals and can be found on Olympians, National Teams, and at more than 200 ski resorts and mountain guiding operations globally.
Helly Hansen’s outerwear, base layers, sportswear and footwear are sold in more than 40 countries around the world and the company is owned by Canadian Tire Corporation (CTC). To learn more about Helly Hansen’s latest collections, visit www.hellyhansen.com

As senior outdoor designer you will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing outdoor apparel for women and men. This includes creating innovative solutions for performance, durability, and user experience while ensuring products align with our brand's values of quality, sustainability and creating professional grade gear. You will work closely with product development, fabric, sourcing and marketing teams to ensure designs meet both aesthetic and functional goals. Our mission is to make professional grade gear to make people stay and fell alive.
Main Tasks:

• Product Design: Create and develop outdoor apparel with a focus on user experience, quality and bring our design vision to life. To take part in critique process for construction, function and sizing before handing over to our development team. Manage multiple design projects from concept to production, meeting deadlines and ensuring high standards of quality.
• Innovation: Generate creative solutions to improve product functionality, including material selection, form factor, and sustainable practices.
• Research & Trends: Stay updated on trends and competitor landscape, consumer needs, and advancements in outdoor product design, material science, and environmental impact.
• Prototyping & Testing: Create sketches, working closely with our professionals and development teams to refine designs.
• Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams such as product management, development, marketing, and supply chain to bring concepts to market.
• Sustainability: Integrate sustainable materials and processes into product designs that meet our ESG goals
• User Feedback: Collect and incorporate feedback from our professionals and outdoor enthusiasts to continuously improve products and create professional grade gear.
• Technical Specs: Develop detailed design specifications and technical drawings for manufacturing.
• Others: To carry out other related duties and instructions as required by Design Manager

Additional tasks:

• Work closely with key markets to gain insights and areas of opportunity on a global scale
• Collaborate across marketing, operations, sourcing and merchandising
• Travel to key markets, trade shows, vendors, etc.

Skills:

• You are a creative designer with an engaging and inspiring attitude
• You possess consumer understanding with an ability to drive execution
• You have an ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines
• You deliver on you commitment
• Problem solving and curious mindset
• Communication and listening skills
• Growth mindset
• Passion for the mountains and outdoor activities

Experience needed:

• Min 5 years with related design experience
• Undergraduate/graduate degrees preferably in Design or a related field but your total experience is valued high
• Deep apparel expertise in technical product design and creation
• An in-depth knowledge of design techniques, processes, and technology
• A strong comprehension of product construction, color trends, textiles, and materials
• A strong eye for product aesthetic and quality
• Recognition of the brand’s target market and consumer attributes
• Understanding of the global outdoor apparel trends and consumer needs
• Knowledgeable in working with factories

We offer:

• A culture that rewards excellence in an exciting phase of growth and new opportunities
• An ambitious, dynamic, creative, and international environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits, and an active environment with passion for sports

This position is a full-time employment at our Oslo Headquarters.
Questions can be directed to khorsle@hellyhansen.com
Application is ONLY accepted in portal (due to personal data protection rules) and not later than November 15th 2024.