Careers

UY Studio GmbH  is a design-driven, minimalist fragrance and homeware brand headquartered in Berlin, Germany. We used to run UY Studio, a fashion label rooted in the dark aesthetic of the city’s club culture. After over a decade, we got what we came for and much more. Now it was time to reinvent ourselves into fragrance and homeware. UY’s story is one of grit, growth, and transition, reflecting all of our own struggles, triumphs, and hopes. Our creations used to be defined by the lack of light; UY is now bound to its presence. Therefore we’re looking for a brand manager.

POSITION #1: BRAND MANAGER 

BRAND MANAGER 
The Brand Manager is responsible for running the daily operations of UY and ensuring that the company’s strategic goals are executed effectively. Acting as the key bridge between the Creative Director’s vision and the business side, this role covers leadership, finance, strategy execution and brand management. 
The position offers a unique growth path: You work hand in hand with the Founder and Creative Director, gaining access to behind-the-scenes design processes. Strategy, operations, brand, sales, partnerships and customer experience. This is a role for someone who thrives by taking ownership and responsibility and appreciates variety in its work.

Conditions:

Working Hours

  • Part-time: 20-30h per week or full-time: 40 hours per week
  • flexibility required for events, gigs

Contract & Details 

  • Start date: February 2026
  • Contract: 2 years, 3 month probationary period
  • Possibility of extension depending on the companies needs and performance 
  • Performance review: after 3, 6, 12, 18 and 24 months
  • Notice period: 3 months for both parties.

Benefits 

Growth path: Leadership responsibility as UY and the team grows
Product allowance: annual store credit
Employee discounts: on fragrances & homeware collection
High autonomy & ownership: A high-trust working environment

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for brand presence, operational flow, customer service, sales & growth

1. Strategy & Leadership

  • Execute the strategic business plan and UY’s vision.
  • Plan, coordinate and execute product launches and sales across all channels.
  • Monitor milestones and KPIs and use data and insights to inform decision making.
  • Monitor brand performance, market perception, feedback and competitor analysis.
  • Report regularly to the CEO/Board on progress and challenges.
  • Align creative direction with commercial objectives.
  • Manage and coordinate the team as it grows.
  • Create and implement workflows and standards for transparency and efficiency.
  • Optimize workflows and processes to support growth.
  • Monitor quality control at all stages (materials, production, delivery).

2. Finance & Administration

  • Ensure execution of sales goals and monitor performance against targets.
  • Manage budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting with legal compliance.
  • Oversee invoicing, contracts, and bookkeeping preparation.
  • Coordinate with external providers (finance, legal, logistics).
  • Maintain accurate and up to date documentation.

3. Sales & Partnerships

  • Develop and maintain long-term B2B client and retail partnerships.
  • Build and manage the sales pipeline, including negotiations and contract management.
  • Grow wholesale, concessions, shop-in-shop or in-store concepts and collaborations.
  • Drive sales pipeline, negotiate contracts and manage key account relationships.

Additional tasks for full-time position:

 4. Operations, Supply Chain & Logistics

  • Oversee and lead the day-to-day operations.
  • Ensures smooth processes between design, production and sales within budget.
  • Oversee production planning, supply chain, logistics and fulfillment.
  • Manage inventory, warehousing, procurement and supplier relationships.
  • Coordinate with external providers.
  • Act as a main point of contact for suppliers and shipping partners.
  • Monitor quality control at all stages (materials, production, delivery).
  • Maintain accurate and up to date documentation.

5. Customer Service & Experience, Shop Representitive

  • Ensure brand presentation (showroom, communication, execution) reflects UY’s vision.
  • Handle customer inquiries/complaints/issues and ensure timely, professional responses.
  • Support Marketing & Community Relations (B2C) to manage communication channels (social media, events, newsletters, etc.).
  • Act as a shop representative when needed. Welcome and assist customers in the physical store, providing exceptional product knowledge and brand experience.
  • Manage and coordinate with shop representatives the shop opening hours.
  • Oversee invoicing, contracts, and bookkeeping preparation.
  • Manage cost control and financial reporting.

What we expect from you

As the brand is growing and goes through fast paced changes, the ideal candidate is:

  • A self-starter with a high level of autonomy, flexibility, and resilience.
  • Builds a strong and trust-based relationship with the current team.
  • Acts as a brand ambassador, representing UY Studio’s values and culture.
  • Upholds brand identity as the “internal brand guardian” for values, culture and branding.
  • Represents the company in public engagements and partnerships.
  • Maintains and expands key partnerships and business opportunities.
  • Supports community building through collaborations and events.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Fluency in both spoken and written German and English is required.
  • Potentially existing client base to approach

Interested? 

Send your resume to patrick@uy-studio.com

POSITION #2: OFFICE MANAGER 

Position Summary

The office & operations manager position at UY Studio GmbH ensures a reliable and efficient operational flow across production, inventory, logistics, and order fulfillment, while delivering a consistently high-quality customer experience. Acting as a central interface between design, production partners, suppliers, shipping providers, and sales channels, this role ensures smooth day-to-day operations within budget and in line with UY’s quality standards.

In parallel, the role leads customer service and supports the brand experience across digital and physical touchpoints. This includes managing customer inquiries and complaints, contributing to consistent brand presentation, acting as a shop representative when needed, and coordinating shop operations and staff. With a strong focus on operational excellence and process optimization, this role enables scalable growth without compromising UY’s premium standards.

 

Working Hours

  • Part-time, 20-30 hours per week (can grow, as the brand grows)

  • Core working hours: 10:00 - 17:00 (flexibility required for events, gigs, no home office)

  • Saturdays: required twice per month (showroom presence)

Contract & Details 

  • Start date: February 1st 

  • Contract: 3 month probationary periodPossibility of extension depending on the companies needs and performance 

  • Notice period: 1 month for both parties.


 Benefits

Growth path: Leadership responsibility as UY and the team grows
Product allowance: annual store credit
Employee discounts: on fragrances & homeware collection
High autonomy & ownership: A high-trust working environment

 

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for operational flow, logistics and customer service

Operationsmanagement, Supply Chain & Logistics

  • Oversee and lead the day-to-day operations.

  • Ensures smooth processes between design, production and sales within budget.

  • Oversee production planning, supply chain, logistics and fulfillment.

  • Manage inventory, warehousing, procurement and supplier relationships.

  • Coordinate with external providers.

  • Act as a main point of contact for suppliers and shipping partners.

  • Optimize workflows and processes to support growth.

  • Monitor quality control at all stages (materials, production, delivery).

  • Maintain accurate and up to date documentation.

  • Report regularly to the CEO/Board on progress and challenges.

Office Management, Customer Service & Experience

  • Ensure brand presentation (showroom, communication, execution) reflects UY’s vision.

  • Handle customer inquiries/complaints/issues and ensure timely, professional responses.

  • Support Marketing & Community Relations (B2C) to manage communication channels (social media, events, newsletters, etc.).

  • Oversee invoicing, contracts, and bookkeeping preparation.

  • Manage cost control and financial reporting.

  • Monitor brand performance, market perception, feedback and competitor analysis.

  • Act as a shop representative when needed. Welcome and assist customers in the physical store, providing exceptional product knowledge and brand experience.

What we expect:  

As the brand is growing and goes through fast paced changes, the ideal candidate is:

  • A self-starter with a high level of autonomy, flexibility, and resilience.

  • Builds a strong and trust-based relationship with the current team.

  • Acts as a brand ambassador, representing UY Studio’s values and culture.

  • Upholds brand identity as the “internal brand guardian” for values, culture and branding.

  • Represents the company in public engagements and partnerships.

  • Maintains and expands key partnerships and business opportunities.

  • Supports community building through collaborations and events.

  • Fluency in both spoken and written German and English is required.

Why This Role Is So Unique

  • You are not just running operations, you are shaping how the company works.
    This role goes far beyond classic operations or customer service. You are responsible for building, structuring, and continuously improving the operational backbone of UY Studio, ensuring that creativity can scale into a reliable, premium business.

  • A hands-on role at the heart of a growing brand.
    UY is expanding its presence across retail, e-commerce, B2B partnerships and national and international collaborations. You would play a central role in this growth journey.

  • Where creativity meets operational excellence.
    You work hand in hand with the Founder and Creative Director, gaining access to behind-the-scenes design processes, product creation and an eye-leveled work environment.

  • High trust, high ownership.
    We avoid unnecessary bureaucracy. You are trusted to take responsibility, make decisions, and build systems that work. This role offers a high degree of autonomy and requires someone who is comfortable owning outcomes end to end.

  • A multidimensional operational role.
    Operations, supply chain, logistics, customer service, shop coordination and process optimization converge in this position. It is designed for someone who enjoys managing complexity and turning it into clarity and structure.

  • A culture rooted in creativity and quality.
    You join a team that values honesty, rewards initiative as well as accountability. We care deeply about aesthetic excellence, where every voice matters and contributions are credited.

Interested? 

Send your resume to patrick@uy-studio.com

 

POSITION #3: SALES & B2B MANAGER  

Position Summary

The Sales & B2B Manager role at UY Studio GmbH is responsible for driving revenue growth through the development and management of strategic wholesale and retail partnerships. The role owns the full B2B sales cycle, from pipeline development and negotiations to contract management and key account relationships.

With a focus on building a scalable and premium distribution network, the position expands UY’s presence through wholesale, concessions, shop-in-shop or in-store concepts, and selected collaborations. Working closely with the CEO, the role aligns commercial activities with growth strategy, ensures clear performance tracking, and provides regular reporting on sales progress, opportunities, and challenges.

 

Working Model

  • Freelance mandate with a high degree of autonomy and outcome-based responsibility.

  • Flexible working hours, aligned with commercial priorities, partner availability, and agreed milestones.

Contract & Details 

  • Contract type: Freelance agreement (mandate-based)

  • Start date: asap

  • Regular performance reviews

  • Notice period: 1 month for both parties.

Benefits

Mandate Development & Upside: Opportunity to expand the scope and commercial
upside of the mandate over time, based on performance, business growth and mutual alignment.
Product allowance: annual store credit
High autonomy & ownership: A high-trust working environment

 

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Partnerships (B2B)

  • Identify, acquire, and develop strategic wholesale and retail partnerships aligned with UY’s premium positioning.

  • Develop and maintain long-term B2B client and retail partnerships.

  • Deliver agreed B2B revenue and growth targets within defined markets and partner profiles.

  • Build and manage the sales pipeline, including negotiations and contract management.

  • Grow wholesale, concessions, shop-in-shop or in-store concepts and collaborations.

  • Drive sales pipeline, negotiate contracts and manage key account relationships.

  • Lead commercial negotiations and support contract finalisation.

  • Report regularly to the CEO/Board on progress and challenges.

What We Expect 

As the brand is growing and goes through fast paced changes, the ideal candidate is:

  • A self-starter with a high level of autonomy, flexibility, and resilience.

  • Builds a strong and trust-based relationship with the current team.

  • Acts as a brand ambassador, representing UY Studio’s values and culture.

  • Upholds brand identity as the “internal brand guardian” for values, culture and branding.

  • Represents the company in public engagements and partnerships.

  • Maintains and expands key partnerships and business opportunities.

  • Supports community building through collaborations and events.

  • Excellent communication abilities.

  • Existing client base to approach

  • Fluency in both spoken and written German and English is required.

 

Why This Role Is So Unique

  • You are not just closing deals. You are shaping UY’s commercial footprint.
    This mandate goes beyond classic sales execution. You play a key role in defining how and where UY shows up in the market through carefully selected wholesale, retail, and strategic partnerships.

  • A chance to help build a premium brand from an early growth stage.
    UY is expanding its presence across retail, e-commerce, B2B partnerships and national and international collaborations. You would play a central role in this growth journey.

  • A creative-meets-commercial collaboration.
    You work hand in hand with the Founder and Creative Director, gaining access to behind-the-scenes design processes, product creation, and an eye-leveled work environment.

  • A high-trust, high-autonomy environment.
    This is a mandate-based collaboration built on trust and accountability. You have freedom in execution, clear commercial objectives, and the opportunity to shape your own approach within agreed boundaries.

  • Strategic impact with hands-on responsibility.
    From pipeline development and negotiations to long-term partner relationships, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with active deal-making.

  • A culture rooted in creativity and quality.
    You join a team that values honesty, rewards initiative as well as accountability. We care deeply about aesthetic excellence, where every voice matters and contributions are credited.


Interested? 

Send your resume to patrick@uy-studio.com