Manager Notes :
- This position is onsite WHQ and candidates must be local to be considered
- They need someone who can manage the Materials Design side of lifestyle womens, Skateboarding - SB, and some mens wear. They will source and vet materials for garments, ie : fabrics, knits, textiles
- MUST include Portfolios - looking for material and color heavy work, shows their process.
- Must Haves :
3+ YOE as a Sr Material designer for Apparel Materials with textile, leather, fabrics
material resources, add briefing process working with Sr designer
Nice to Haves :Some color design experience
Has a strong sense of styleUnderstands the culture of lifestyle and SB - understands the consumerAs our Materials Designer, you will leverage materials to deliver a premium, recognizable and consumer relevant brand point of view in the marketplace through strategic vision, design direction, storytelling, and editing. You will lead the design of the materials, material palettes, creative vision, and strategies for specific footwear projects that span across our Sportswear.
You will maintain hands-on involvement in materials design and development throughout the product creation process in support of the seasonal creative direction and the various priorities for Lifestyle product.
REQUIRED
Bachelor's degree in Design, Art or a related field3 5 years relevant experience in a design environment working with materials, textiles and / or colorPassion for Materials DesignProficiency in holistic product design & method of makeAbility to collaborate both within the design team and with category partners, flexible with individual's working stylesAbility to translate cultural & consumer knowledge / insight to narratives and product executionsExceptional Presentation Skills; Visual CommunicationStrong consumer connection with lifestyle related productsHighly organized and self-sufficientExperience in participating in multiple projects with competing resources and deadlinesAbility to work in an ambiguous environment; Information SeekerStrong digital suite / CAD capabilities