Careers
Here at AKOG, we are a small and diverse team with different professional backgrounds. To us, the internal culture is one of the key values of the company. It is based on respect, open-mindedness, and a pinch of humour. While we have a clear focus for the future, we think it is important not to take everything too seriously. Every employee is a valuable member of the AKOG family, as we are all pulling on the same string. This also means that from time to time everyone has to help outside of their usual tasks. It is a varied workplace, which provides an environment where everyone can grow on a professional and personal level by taking responsibility and being proactive. The following positions are currently available:
- Drive wholesale sales and grow revenue with new and existing international partners
- Build and own the wholesale strategy: target markets and accounts, distribution expansion, pricing and terms, and seasonal sales targets
- Act as the main contact for key accounts, building strong long-term relationships through regular updates, support, and follow-ups
- Lead seasonal sales campaigns, tradeshows, and showroom appointments, including order sheets, line sheets, and sell-in materials
- Identify and acquire new wholesale partners in line with the brand's positioning
- Track and analyze sales performance (sell-in & sell-through) to spot trends, opportunities, and reorders, and translate insights into strategic decisions
- Oversee wholesale operations from order placement to delivery, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Ensure smooth order processing, invoicing, returns, and claims in close coordination with logistics, accounting, and customer service
- Oversee the planning and allocation of sample sets for sales campaigns, tradeshows, and showrooms
- Align with internal teams on production, stock availability, and delivery timelines
- Report on sales, inventory, and wholesale KPIs to support strategic planning
- Continuously improve wholesale processes to ensure efficiency and scalability
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Completed studies or apprenticeship in business, fashion management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in wholesale sales, key account, or international sales management (fashion or lifestyle preferred)
- Proven sales track record and an existing network of retail partners is a strong plus
- Strategic mindset with experience shaping wholesale or distribution strategy, not only executing it
- Solid understanding of wholesale operations; experience with Zedonk or similar ERP systems is a plus
- Strong command of MS Office, especially Excel
- Fluent in English
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Proactive, solution-oriented, and comfortable working both independently and in a team
- Passionate about fashion and building strong, long-term partnerships
Please send your application to careers@akindofguise.com. In order for us to allocate your application, please write “Application Wholesale Sales Manager” in the subject line.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Support the store team in the day-to-day operations of the Berlin store, contributing to a consistent, welcoming, and high-quality in-store experience aligned with A KIND OF GUISE’s standards.
- Deliver exceptional customer service on the sales floor through strong product knowledge, thoughtful clienteling, and personal engagement before, during, and after purchase.
- Assist with visual merchandising and in-store storytelling; help ensure guidelines are implemented accurately while maintaining a strong sense of detail and aesthetics.
- Support inventory handling including deliveries, stockroom organization, replenishment, and stock accuracy; follow POS and stock procedures carefully and in line with company guidelines.
- Contribute to achieving store targets by supporting sales performance, conversion, and overall store results.
- Assist during product launches, events, and local activations in close coordination with the store team and Office.
- Maintain store standards including cleanliness, order, opening and closing routines, and cash handling according to company guidelines.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, neighbors, and the local community, representing the brand with confidence and authenticity.
- This role is available under several contract types, depending on your availability: as a Minijob, a Midijob, or a part-time position.
- Strong interest in A KIND OF GUISE products, brand philosophy, and craftsmanship.
- Previous experience in retail or customer-facing roles, ideally within premium or contemporary fashion.
- Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented, with a structured and hands-on approach to daily tasks.
- Team-oriented mindset with a supportive and collaborative attitude.
- Comfortable working with POS systems, stock handling, and basic retail KPIs.
- Fluency in German and English is required.
- Proactive, friendly, and service-minded; able to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Head of Merchandising to take full ownership of our product assortment, seasonal planning, and buying strategy across all channels. You will be responsible for shaping a commercially strong collection structure, managing stock performance, and ensuring the right products are available at the right time and in the right quantities.
This role combines commercial leadership with hands-on execution. From collection planning and assortment strategy to sell-through analysis, inventory management, and channel allocation, you will be the driving force behind how AKOG translates creative collections into commercial success.
You will report directly to the CEO and work closely with Design, Product Development, E-Commerce, Wholesale, Retail, and Operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own merchandising strategy, assortment planning, and overall product performance across all channels
- Define and track key KPIs such as sell-through, stock levels, margin, product performance, return rate, size availability, and inventory health
- Build seasonal collection frameworks, category plans, and product architecture in close coordination with Design and Product Development
- Translate historical sales data, market feedback, and customer demand into actionable product and buying decisions
- Define seasonal buy quantities and support demand forecasting across DTC, retail, and wholesale
- Monitor product performance throughout the season and identify risks and opportunities across categories
- Manage stock allocation across webshop, retail stores, wholesale, and other channels
- Work closely with E-Commerce on product launches, drop timing, product availability, and digital merchandising
- Partner with Wholesale and Retail to ensure assortment needs are reflected across channels
- Lead markdown, replenishment, and inventory optimisation strategies together with the commercial teams
- Translate performance data into clear actions to improve commercial outcomes
- Continuously analyse performance across products, categories, channels, and seasons
- Identify underperforming areas and propose actions around pricing, allocation, replenishment, or future assortment decisions
- Create regular reporting on product performance, category development, and key merchandising KPIs
- Lead the merchandising function and help build future planning and reporting structures
- Work closely with Product Development on collection timing, pricing, margins, and production quantities
- Coordinate with Brand Marketing and E-Commerce on campaign alignment, product focus, and launch priorities
- Partner with Operations on smooth stock flows, delivery timing, returns, and inventory accuracy
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Minimum 5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or planning, ideally within fashion, lifestyle, or premium consumer goods
- Strong commercial understanding and a proven track record of owning product performance across channels
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear commercial decisions
- Solid experience with assortment planning, buying, demand forecasting, and inventory management
- Confident working with KPIs such as sell-through, margin, stock levels, size curves, return rate, and channel performance
- Highly organised, structured, and independent in their way of working
- Hands-on mindset with the ability to balance strategic responsibility and operational execution
- Fast and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency
- Comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives and building processes from the ground up
- Background in or genuine affinity for fashion, lifestyle, or design-led brands is a strong plus
- Fluent in English; German is a plus
ABOUT AKOG
A Kind of Guise is a Munich-based fashion brand with a distinct creative point of view, a strong international wholesale presence, and a growing direct-to-consumer business. We combine craftsmanship, considered design, and a global outlook.
The Head of Product & Merchandising is a key role in strengthening our product strategy, improving commercial performance, and shaping the next chapter of the brand.
Please send your application to careers@akindofguise.com. In order for us to allocate your application, please write “Application Head of Product & Merchandising” in the subject line. Please include your CV, a short note on what draws you to AKOG, and any relevant merchandising or commercial performance highlights from previous roles.
We constantly look for Design, Graphic Design or Operations Interns. For applications, please write an e-mail to careers@akindofguise.com with the following subject: Application Internship
