At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead design teams to create innovative, user-focused products that redefine cleaning solutions.
- Company: Join Vax, a heritage-rich brand known for innovation and quality in floorcare.
- Benefits: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Other info: Be part of a culture that values trust, honesty, resilience, and innovation.
- Why this job: Shape the future of product design and make a real impact on consumers' lives.
- Qualifications: 12+ years in industrial design with a strong background in consumer products.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
If you’re looking for a progressive and rewarding career and you thrive in a fast-paced, fun and team-orientated environment, then look no further!
Overview of Vax Our heritage-rich, expert-led business has always had the same goal: to prioritize innovation and to design easy-to-use products that seamlessly integrate into our customers' lives, offering reliable, quick solutions to cleaning homes, whatever the mess.
Vax has forged its reputation as a brand that focuses on the needs of its customers.
Our culture of innovation is at the heart of everything we do and we work hard to constantly think of new ways to improve our products, ensuring that we deliver premium quality products for our customers.
Global Floorcare, part of TTI, is home to two iconic floorcare brands: Vax and Hoover.
Together, we combine decades of expertise with a passion for innovation, creating products that make cleaning faster, easier and more effective for millions of customers around the world.
Our success is built on understanding the needs of consumers and continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible in floorcare.
Backed by the scale and strength of a global business, we are committed to developing high-quality, innovative solutions that deliver exceptional performance and help people care for their homes with confidence.
We’re looking for someone who can shape the future identity of our products by combining design research with consumer insight to create innovative, differentiated solutions.
You'll develop inspiring future concepts, define and evolve a distinctive design language that strengthens our brand, and produce high-quality research that informs product direction.
Working closely with industrial design, product management, and engineering teams, you’ll help define the industrial design strategy and drive collaboration to deliver products that stand out in the market.
Responsibilities Lead Industrial Design & Design Research teams Define future product experience strategy Translates user research into compelling concept visions Build a strong design culture & mindset across business Oversee Design & Concept visions Drive design quality across programmes Collaborate with Advanced Development, Product Management and Engineering Develop future design capabilities What we need from you Industrial Design Degree (BA, BSc) 12+ Years Industrial Design Experience Proven experience developing consumer products Industrial Design Strategy & Execution Excellent Story Telling Excellent Presentation Skills Experience in Design Research Methodologies (IDEO, Design Thinking, Human Centred Design Experience in cross functional leadership Our Values Vax is made up of people who have a shared understanding of our mission and vision.
Our values define who we are and what we stand for; Trust – We’re experts and everything we do is based on brilliant knowledge.
Honesty – Our commitment to doing the right means we are always open and transparent.
Resilience – For decades, we have embraced change and been agile in what we do.
We aren’t easily discouraged.
Innovation – We’re curious and explore opportunities, innovating to benefit our customers and business.
Valued – We are better when each of us feels included and respected for who we are and what we contribute.
Energy – We are positive thinkers, excited about what we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Design Leader in Droitwich employer: Vax
Vax is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in Droitwich Spa that fosters innovation and service excellence. As a Quality Technician, you will benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring your growth within the company while contributing to high-quality standards in product assessments. Join a team that values attention to detail and problem-solving, making a meaningful impact on customer satisfaction.
