Senior Designer Sporstyle Footwear– Mens/Unisex

• Contribute to the formulation of the annual product design plan for the product category and introduce and execute innovative design ideas, in order to achieve Business targets and product category objectives, with a focus on mens/unisex (but not exclusive to).

• Design innovative products while achieving set goals with the direction of the Head of/Creative Director

• Ensure the quality of products' design content in order to reinforce and strengthen the brand position and generate consumer demand

• Lead by example, mentor and coach more junior team members on the job.

• Produce accurate and detailed color and material specs to factory standards.

• Travel to factories to finalize prototypes

• Research markets, trade shows and competition for trends and inspiration and provide trip reports

• Develop seasonal marketing stories in coordination with the overall business unit strategic direction, as well as the Global Brand Management and Global Marketing functions

• Support Design Head of, regarding design initiatives and priorities

• Work closely with suppliers in Asia and elsewhere to both source, brief in and develop new materials in line with the creative direction and commercial needs

• Creation of dynamic seasonal color and material packs that are both commercial, consumer and trend relevant, in conjunction with the Head of & Creative Director

• Work independently and efficiently to ensure all internal deadlines are met

• Ensure internal communication systems are updated to deadlines with accurate information

• Form a design led, short, mid and long term point of view on the Mens/Unisex offering in conjunction with conversation with product management & merch team.

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