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Due to the large number of applicants, we no longer include new applicants in our recruitment procedure for the Head of Creative Studio vacancy.

Bolsius is a family-owned company and one of the world's leading candle manufacturers. This makes us a major player in the Home Ambiance category in over 50 countries. Headquartered in Schijndel (NL), here the strategy is determined, innovations developed and tested before entering the international playing field. Bolsius has its own production sites in Poland and the Netherlands (Roermond). In addition, there are a number of local sales organizations. In recent years, Bolsius' proposition has successfully expanded from 'candle maker' to a full-fledged Home Ambiance brand with an emphasis on design, performance and sustainability. The strategy for the coming years is to further grow within existing channels and customers, and beyond. As an employer, Bolsius combines the best of both worlds: an enterprising family business and a professional and internationally oriented culture. The organization increasingly works in cross-functional teams. 

Bolsius believes it is important to pay attention to diversity, inclusion and equality. Every person is unique. We want everyone to feel welcome, safe and accepted, especially as an employee. We are convinced that attention for these topics leads to better performance, different perspectives and creativity. We strive for a working environment and culture in which all employees feel comfortable and can develop themselves fully.

THE ROLE
With a consumer-centric approach, you will enhance financial performance while ensuring alignment with the overall marketing strategy. As Head of Creative Studio, you are responsible for defining the artistic direction of Bolsius, enhancing the style and substance of both existing and new portfolios. You will bring the Bolsius style to life across all consumer touchpoints, both internally and externally. Collaborating closely with marketing colleagues, you will translate consumer needs into impactful design propositions.

Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, you will lead the Studio team of 1-2 direct reports and indirectly oversee the broader studio team, including the fragrance designer and packaging development lead, while driving multiple projects from conception to completion. 
You work in our headquarters in Schijndel and can partly work from home.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
The Head of Creative Studio is responsible for developing and executing the Bolsius style across all categories, ensuring alignment with the marketing strategy. Collaborating with internal teams, you will translate consumer needs into compelling design concepts, set design requirements, and prioritize stakeholder requests.
Ensuring brand consistency, supervising prototyping, and using tools like Dragonfly Eyetracking to support design decisions are key responsibilities. You will stay informed on industry trends, contribute to material sourcing, and coach the Studio team to maintain a high standard of creative output. Additionally, you will support internal alignment and brand activation efforts to create a cohesive visual identity across all platforms.

REQUIREMENTS
We look forward to meeting you if you bring:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Design or a related field is required, along with 10-15 years of experience in industries such as interior, home ambience, fragrance, FMCG, or consumer lifestyle.
  • A strong understanding of design trends, packaging, and brand identity development. Proven experience in packaging design and supplier collaboration is essential.
  • Experience in training, coaching and developing a studio team, preferably with direct management experience, though indirect experience is also valuable.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is required, with experience in 3D design tools such as Rhino and Keyshot considered a plus.
  • An entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution are crucial for success in this role.

BOLSIUS OFFERS
You can expect a challenging role in an international organization with ambitious growth ambitions, development opportunities, and excellent employment conditions, including:

  • A competitive salary tailored to your level of experience;
  • 33 vacation days per year (based on a 40-hour workweek);
  • Flexible work arrangements;
  • A solid pension scheme;
  • A travel allowance;
  • Opportunities for professional development through training and courses (including 10 development days per year and unlimited access to online learning modules through GoodHabitz);
  • Participation in a volunteer program with one workday per year allocated;
  • Discounts on gym memberships and health insurance;
  • Various activities with your team and colleagues

INTERESTED?
Due to the large number of applicants, we no longer include new applicants in our recruitment procedure for the Head of Creative Studio vacancy

In case you have questions regarding our recruitment process please contact us via hr@nl.bolsius.com

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