Head of Concept and Development

As the Head of Concept and Development, you lead the design team and serve as a catalyst for creativity and innovation across global projects. You inspire and empower a multidisciplinary team to translate a concept and Rituals DNA to our LOB’s. While aligning creative direction with business goals and the brand's ambition to become an iconic wellbeing brand in the beauty luxury industry we are determined to make a positive impact on planet and people.In this Amsterdam office based role, you oversee all projects and you ensure they are delivered on time, within scope, and with the highest quality standards. An important part is to provide strong leadership to a team of creatives (9 fte) through collaboration, vision, and by creating an environment that nurtures motivation, creativity, and connection.You work closely with cross-functional teams, such as Visual Merchandising Operations, Project Management, and Leadership, to ensure clear communication, smooth workflows, and optimized processes. You have a very close connection with our Creative Director to ensure the creative concepts are translated to our retail environments in the correct way. Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, recruit, appraise, and inspire the design team in a meaningful and impactful way.Act as a key liaison with a wide range of stakeholders, navigating diverse interests at a tactical level.Collaborate across departments at senior management level to drive departmental goals.Translate overall business objectives into actionable annual plans, and lead their execution.Provide flexibility in planning while adapting to unexpected changes or opportunities.Ensure successful project delivery through balanced workload management and resource allocation.Guide the team through all phases of the design lifecycle, supporting development and identifying emerging talent.Uphold and promote the brand’s DNA, ensuring consistency in identity, values, and execution.Key ObjectivesMaintain regular communication with leadership and team members to identify needs and ensure clear follow-up.Enhance process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing best practices.Act as a central point of contact for design-related communications and priorities.Drive cross-departmental alignment and contribute to strategic business outcomes.