Skechers is looking for a CMF Designer to envision, create, and develop rich, seasonal product collections for the Women's and Men's Go Run division, focusing on the art and science of color and material design from concept to production.
Requirements
- Must have a high degree of proficiency with digital design platforms.
- Experience in the application and use of technical materials and leather in footwear or a related field.
- High proficiency of Apple systems.
Responsibilities
- Create best-in-class seasonal storytelling, color direction and material development aligned with marketplace trends, consumer target, and seasonal business strategy.
- Collaborates daily with a team of multi-disciplinary footwear designer, product manager, and material developer.
- Delivers on-time breakthrough design solutions aligned with Skecher’s multi-season design and go to market dates and gates.
- Partner with Product Line Management and Product Development in the creation of line plans, briefs and final product solutions aligned with business goals, consumer needs, and brand stories.
- Proficient in the creation of color and material cads to clearly communicate with Asia partners.
- Study and research current and future trends, maintain expert knowledge in global design trends market competition, and retail landscape.
Other
- The ideal candidate needs to be a highly organized creative problem solver who is comfortable working in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment.
- Success in this role requires the ability to balance creativity with practical application, while staying current with industry trends and innovations in materials and finishes.
- Strong knowledge and passion for sport, fashion, arts, culture and marketplace trends.
- Must have great communication skills and work well with others.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally.
