What does it mean to work at Vitra? What characterises the daily work routine? What do we focus on? Working at Vitra is special in many ways.
The many different job profiles and our diverse mix of employees yields a broad spectrum of personalities, skills and interests. Nevertheless, there are some common characteristics that define our multifaceted day-to-day work.
The many different job profiles and our diverse mix of employees yields a broad spectrum of personalities, skills and interests. Nevertheless, there are some common characteristics that define our multifaceted day-to-day work.
We are a global family
Vitra was founded 80 years ago and has been in the hands of the founding family ever since. To this day, special value is attached to the word family.
We practise a culture of equality that transcends multiple international borders. In doing so, we are in close exchange with our colleagues around the world and promote different perspectives and ideas to drive innovation.
We practise a culture of equality that transcends multiple international borders. In doing so, we are in close exchange with our colleagues around the world and promote different perspectives and ideas to drive innovation.

We approach work differently
'We value commitment and flexibility. We are looking for passionate employees with agile minds and skilled hands to help us achieve our company goals. Our employees have frequent opportunities to take on new challenges and contribute their own ideas to the company.' Chief People Officer, Sonja Hornberger

We shape the future
Vitra is a leader in the design furniture industry and we strive every day to strengthen this position. We believe in digitalisation as an opportunity for positive change. Continuously learning how to improve our customers' and employees' experiences and increase efficiency is an essential part of our strategy. That is why we promote an open and agile approach to digitalisation and continuously invest in our digital talent and systems.

We pursue a cultural mission
The Vitra Campus with its unique collection of world-renowned architecture and the Vitra Design Museum with its exhibitions, archives and extensive furniture collection inspire visitors and employees alike. These cultural initiatives further our understanding of the role of design and architecture in society – and how space is shaped. If you are part of the Vitra community, you are also part of this cultural environment and keep up to date with the latest news on architecture, exhibitions, publications and workshop events.




