About the job
- Attractive Remuneration Package |Excellent Career Progression
Our client is a leading global brand in the footwear industry, known for their sustained quality and well established product in the market
Job Description
- Develop and update Technical Packages for assigned styles/models, ensuring all key requirements are met, with a focus on aesthetics, proportion, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Interpret design intent while proposing alternative or enhanced solutions; serve as a technical advisor to HQ partners and Factory Leads.
- Oversee and coordinate prototyping for multiple projects, proactively addressing construction, manufacturing, and costing challenges to deliver high-quality products.
- Manage several projects with tight deadlines, ensuring efficient time management for both personal and team tasks.
- Serve as a technical expert, providing guidance and support to team members and HQ collaborators.
- Mentor and coach team members through the creative process, driving the professional development of direct reports.
- Collaborate with HQ to support design initiatives for in-line and Special Make-Up designs.
- Review and approve samples at each development stage to ensure adherence to design intent.
- Contribute to the development of annual and long-term Creative Direction strategies.
- Present and clearly communicate creative solutions, effectively advocating for ideas across various stakeholders.
- Proactively identify areas for improvement, initiating and leading proposals or projects for change.
- Continuously seek new design resources capable of producing industry-leading results.
- Design Education: Minimum undergraduate degree in design or related field.
- Creative Development: Extensive experience in creating communication tools.
- Industry Experience: At least 6-8 years in sporting goods, fashion, or design management.
- Design Process: Proven ability to handle the entire design process from concept to production.
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of design intent, alternative solutions, and technical aspects.
- 2D/3D Design: Deep knowledge of 2D and 3D design principles.
- Technical Writing: Expert at writing product specifications and construction standards.
- Product Development: Strong understanding of product design and development.
- Factory Relations: Proficiency in working with factory vendors.
- Product Lifecycle: Experience taking products from concept to implementation.
- Footwear Knowledge: Preferred knowledge of footwear construction and development.
- Market Understanding: Comprehensive understanding of consumer markets, especially in sporting goods.
- Color and Material: Knowledge of color trends, compatibility, and placement.
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
- Digital Design: Proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite and CAD tools.
- IT Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Communication: Strong visual and verbal communication skills.
- Language: Excellent English language skills
- Attractive Remuneration Package
- Excellent Career Progression
- Dynamic Working Environment
Quote job ref: JN-092024-6543884
