We're making a big move and we want you to be part of it. We are relocating several of our core departments from London to Gothenburg, and as a result, we're growing our Swedish team in a major way. This means we're hiring across multiple departments simultaneously - including Brand, Product, Design, and more. This is a unique moment to join a fast-moving, internationally recognised fashion brand as we expand our presence in Sweden. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to be part of something exciting - this is it. Explore our open roles and find where you fit. We are looking for our new Head of Merchandising to set the overarching merchandising strategy for Axel Arigato. This includes aligning brand vision and commercial goals across new product introductions, core assortment management, buying, and go-to-market planning. By leading the Merchandising team, this role ensures that trend-led innovation, disciplined inventory management, critical-path delivery, and cross-departmental alignment all operate within a unified strategic framework that maximizes margins and reinforces brand identity. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR You are a strategic, commercially minded leader who connects the dots between product, data, and brand. You build strong, trustworthy teams, make decisions with conviction, and thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. WHAT YOU WILL DO Define and own the product strategy - seasonal direction, category priorities, pricing architecture, and channel mix. Steer the new product pipeline and go-to-market approach, translating trend insights into viable launches across DTC and B2B. Oversee the Merchandising team's work on the consolidated seasonal assortment and critical path, integrating core lines, new launches, and range segmentation into one plan. Direct buying strategies and stock allocation across DTC, B2B, retail, and outlets to optimize inventory turnover and stock management. Own the net margin and act as senior cross-functional liaison with Commercial, Finance, Design, and Marketing, to ensure product-level margin is secured throughout the P&L. Lead, develop, and coach the team; monitor trading performance and drive actions on slow-moving inventory ARE YOU THE ONE? Academic degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain, or related field 7+ years of experience in merchandising, buying, or range planning in fashion/retail 5+ years overseeing inventory, margin, and leading teams with full financial accountability At least two years within a brand/from footwear Strong leadership in team management and development Advanced financial skills, including expertise in Excel and complex data Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen - delivers results consistently Communicates and collaborates effectively across functions HERE'S HOW TO APPLY If you are ready to lead the merchandising strategy and help shape the next chapter of Axel Arigato, apply today and join the next chapter of our creative journey. Apply by submitting your CV. We also welcome a short cover letter telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this role. Please do not include a photo or date of birth with your application; our recruitment process is competency based. We review applications continuously and the position may be filled before the closing date. DETAILS Contract type: Full-time Reports to: CPO Location: Gothenburg Work mode: On-site Direct reports: Yes Start date: ASAP A BIT ABOUT AXEL ARIGATO Founded in Sweden in 2014 by Albin Johansson and Max Svärdh, Axel Arigato was born with a disruptive mindset, modernising and democratising the sneaker landscape through a blend of style, quality, community and a digital-first approach. Grounded in Scandinavian minimalism and elevated with playful, intentional details, every piece is designed with care: crafted to move globally, worn with individuality. What began online expanded into physical spaces built for energetic cultural exchange: stores and experiences where conversations, performances and unexpected activations dissolve the boundaries between brand and culture. Today, Axel Arigato continues to evolve with purpose via a people-powered approach. It shows up where culture happens: on streets, at events and across cities. Built on curiosity. Driven by connection. OUR VALUES DROP: Diversity, Respect, Openness and Passion are our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We're making a big move and we want you to be part of it. We are relocating several of our core departments from London to Gothenburg, and as a result, we're growing our Swedish team in a major way. This means we're hiring across multiple departments simultaneously - including Brand, Product, Design, and more. This is a unique moment to join a fast-moving, internationally recognised fashion brand as we expand our presence in Sweden. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to be part of something exciting - this is it. Explore our open roles and find where you fit. We are looking for our next Head of Development & Production Footwear. This role oversees the entire footwear product lifecycle - from sourcing and concept evaluation to development, sampling, production, and final delivery - ensuring excellence in quality, profitability, innovation, and speed to market. As a leader, you know how to bring people together. You create a culture where the team feels motivated, heard, and set up to do their best work - while providing the clarity and direction needed to move decisively and keep things on track. This position is also responsible for securing strong, collaborative partnerships across Design, Merchandising, Sustainability, and Operations teams as well as with external suppliers. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR You are passionate about building products that meet the highest standards of quality, profitability, and innovation. You thrive at the intersection of creative and operational excellence, and you know how to bring internal teams and external partners together to deliver. WHAT YOU WILL DO Drive end-to-end development and production to meet margin objectives while maintaining brand integrity and values Create and own the critical path calendar to ensure alignment with seasonal brand priorities as well as company long term strategy Develop, evaluate and drive different paths of product development capacities, internal or external, with the aim of facilitating the best possible creative pipeline for innovation Lead and inspire a high-performing, accountable team, fostering a culture aligned with Axel Arigato values (DROP) Manage sourcing office(s) in multiple production countries Develop and manage a comprehensive sourcing strategy by projecting long-term regional requirements while also being able to adjust to upcoming shifts in global markets Establish and cultivate strategic supplier partnerships that promote trust, innovation, and capability enhancement ARE YOU THE ONE? Bachelor's or Graduate degree in a relevant field 10+ years international footwear development & production experience, including at least five years within a brand Proven leadership experience Solution-oriented with an uncompromising focus on product quality Strong leadership, strategic thinking and cross-functional communication Able to balance and prioritize complex, simultaneous challenges Analytical, strong negotiation and forecasting abilities HERE'S HOW TO APPLY If you are ready to lead footwear development and production at a global scale and help shape the next chapter of Axel Arigato, apply today and join the next chapter of our creative journey. Apply by submitting your CV. We also welcome a short cover letter telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this role. Please do not include a photo or date of birth with your application; our recruitment process is competency based. We review applications continuously and the position may be filled before the closing date. DETAILS Contract type: Full-time Reports to: CPO Location: Gothenburg Work mode: On-site, travelling required Direct reports: Yes Start date: ASAP A BIT ABOUT AXEL ARIGATO Founded in Sweden in 2014 by Albin Johansson and Max Svärdh, Axel Arigato was born with a disruptive mindset, modernising and democratising the sneaker landscape through a blend of style, quality, community and a digital-first approach. Grounded in Scandinavian minimalism and elevated with playful, intentional details, every piece is designed with care: crafted to move globally, worn with individuality. What began online expanded into physical spaces built for energetic cultural exchange: stores and experiences where conversations, performances and unexpected activations dissolve the boundaries between brand and culture. Today, Axel Arigato continues to evolve with purpose via a people-powered approach. It shows up where culture happens: on streets, at events and across cities. Built on curiosity. Driven by connection. OUR VALUES DROP: Diversity, Respect, Openness and Passion are our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

We're making a big move and we want you to be part of it. We are relocating several of our core departments from London to Gothenburg, and as a result, we're growing our Swedish team in a major way. This means we're hiring across multiple departments simultaneously - including Brand, Product, Design, and more. This is a unique moment to join a fast-moving, internationally recognised fashion brand as we expand our presence in Sweden. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to be part of something exciting - this is it. Explore our open roles and find where you fit. We are looking for our next Art Director. In this role, you will guide the brand's visual identity by developing innovative, impactful, and high-quality content across all channels - including still imagery, motion, social media, e-commerce, brand campaigns, and partnerships. You ensure the brand's visual narrative remains consistent, high-quality, and culturally relevant by working cross-functionally across the organisation, with a particularly close collaboration with Graphic Design to create a cohesive and compelling brand expression. What we are looking for You are passionate about Axel Arigato's aesthetic and fashion culture - self-motivated, collaborative, and quality-focused, with a commercial mindset and an eye for what makes a brand's visual language resonate. WHAT YOU WILL DO Develop concepts for still and motion campaigns, including mood boards, visual research, layout direction, and narrative structure Lead creative projects from ideation to execution, ensuring brand alignment and marketing goals Select and collaborate with photographers, directors, set designers, and other creative partners; manage talent rosters Direct on set to maintain creative standards and achieve high-quality results Oversee post-production, including image selection, retouching feedback, and grading for e-commerce and campaign assets Collaborate with Graphic Design on marketing materials like newsletters, invites, ads, and social media content Establish creative guidelines, templates, and briefs for cross-department use Ensure consistent adherence to the brand's visual identity across all channels Manage asset sharing and maintain visibility of upcoming releases Lead shoot planning, including concept development, casting, photographer research, shot lists, and pre-production ARE YOU THE ONE? Minimum two years of experience in art direction, preferably in fashion or lifestyle Ability to deliver both print and digital concepts; video editing a plus Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual and execution skills Engaged with Axel Arigato's aesthetic and fashion culture Self-motivated, collaborative, and quality-focused Detail-oriented with commercial mindset and digital savvy Organized multitasker with excellent problem-solving abilities Curious about and actively exploring AI tools as part of the creative process, with an interest in integrating them into art direction and visual workflows HERE'S HOW TO APPLY If you are ready to shape the visual identity of Axel Arigato across every channel and touchpoint, apply today and join the next chapter of our creative journey. Apply by submitting your CV. We also welcome a short cover letter telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this role. Please do not include a photo or date of birth with your application; our recruitment process is competency based. We review applications continuously and the position may be filled before the closing date. DETAILS Contract type: Full-time Location: Gothenburg Work mode: On-site Direct reports: No Budget oversight: Yes Start date: ASAP Reports to: Head of Content Creation A BIT ABOUT AXEL ARIGATO Founded in Sweden in 2014 by Albin Johansson and Max Svärdh, Axel Arigato was born with a disruptive mindset, modernising and democratising the sneaker landscape through a blend of style, quality, community and a digital-first approach. Grounded in Scandinavian minimalism and elevated with playful, intentional details, every piece is designed with care: crafted to move globally, worn with individuality. What began online expanded into physical spaces built for energetic cultural exchange: stores and experiences where conversations, performances and unexpected activations dissolve the boundaries between brand and culture. Today, Axel Arigato continues to evolve with purpose via a people-powered approach. It shows up where culture happens: on streets, at events and across cities. Built on curiosity. Driven by connection. OUR VALUES DROP: Diversity, Respect, Openness and Passion are our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.all backgrounds.