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Sr. Specialist - VM Guideline Designer

Location: Zurich

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In short

We’re looking for a creative, detail-oriented Visual Merchandising Sr. Specialist (2D/3D Design) to own and elevate On’s global VM guidelines and visual tools across DTC, B2B, and Showrooms. Reporting into the VM leadership team, you will turn editorial concepts into high-quality 2D and 3D renders, build scalable guidelines, and ensure our brand aesthetic is seamlessly executed across all global markets. You bring a strong background in graphic and spatial design, technical mastery of design software, and a passion for bringing product storytelling to life in physical retail environments.

Your Mission

Global Guideline Management: Own and manage global Visual Merchandising guidelines, toolkits, and standards for DTC, B2B, and Showroom environments across all markets.
2D & 3D Concept Rendering: Translate editorial and seasonal concepts into clear, immersive 2D graphic layouts and 3D renders to visualize spatial layouts and zoning.
Tool & Training Development: Collaborate closely with the Head of VM and Senior Lead DTC VM to design and develop core VM tools, general presentations, and structured training assets.
Regional Execution & Support: Partner directly with Area VM Leads to guide on-the-ground execution, resolve design queries, and ensure regional alignment with global standards.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Build strong working relationships with DTC, Merchandising, and Buying teams to ensure product strategies, correct assortments, and commercial priorities are reflected in all global VM communications.
Reporting & Deadlines: Manage and maintain the Global VM reporting deck, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables for the BX team across all DTC store formats.

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Your story

Design Background: You hold a university degree (or equivalent) in Editorial Design, Interior Design, or a related field, with a minimum of 4 years of proven experience as a 2D graphic / 3D specs designer or in a similar spatial design role.
Technical Software Mastery: Highly proficient across Mac/PC platforms with advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and 3D software (e.g., SketchUp). Knowledge of animation/motion design is a plus.
Creative & Strategic Balance: You seamlessly blend creative thinking with strategic planning, turning abstract ideas into practical, scalable design frameworks.
Meticulous & Organized: You possess strong project management skills and exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative Communicator: You excel at building relationships across departments (Merchandising, Buying, Field Teams) and communicating design intent with clarity.
Autonomous & Passionate: You are a self-reliant problem solver who thrives taking ownership, driven by a genuine passion for visual merchandising, fashion, design, art, and retail innovation.

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About the Team

We ensure that wherever the brand meets people in the real world—be it on a global stage, within an athlete environment, at a summit, or in a B2B setting—it feels unmistakably On: premium, coherent, and rooted in innovation. Translating brand intent into physical reality through guidelines, toolkits, and execution frameworks.

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Ann

Senior Director of Brand Studio

I think something that unites people here is the pace and the drive. The ambition is quite high in everything we do and when you bring these people together, you see the outcome can be multiplied. It's super impressive to see what happens when you put these creative teams together who really help each other grow.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Build the better you

What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.