DESIGN MANAGER

Job description

We're on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about fashion, think outside the box, and have an eye for innovation. Unleash your potential with us, and join us as we create joy and excitement in our global community to empower people to express themselves freely through fashion. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the end-to-end design direction for women’s footwear collections, aligning with brand vision and commercial objectives Identify and interpret emerging fashion, cultural and consumer trends to inform seasonal design strategies Translate insights into innovative, commercially viable footwear concepts across multiple categories Oversee the design development process from initial ideation to final product delivery, ensuring quality and consistency Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring concepts to life Guide and mentor junior designers, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and creative team environment Drive design reviews, fittings and prototype evaluations, ensuring continuous refinement and excellence in product execution Ensure alignment with market demands, consumer expectations and brand positioning across all design outputs Establish clear timelines, priorities and deliverables to ensure on-time execution of all design projects Champion innovation in materials, construction and design techniques to enhance product differentiation Maintain strong communication across global teams to ensure seamless project progression REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or a related discipline More than 5 years of experience in women’s footwear design, with experience in a leadership or managerial capacity Strong, established portfolio showcasing creative direction, product development and commercial success across multiple footwear categories Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop Strong ability in sketching, concept development and delivering compelling visual presentations Deep understanding of materials including leather, construction techniques, silhouettes and color storytelling Strong design sensibility with a modern, trend-aware and customer-centric perspective Proven ability to balance creative vision with business and commercial objectives Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and team development skills Highly adaptable, open to feedback and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment Strong sense of ownership, accountability and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Passion for design, functionality and consumer experience Positive, energetic and collaborative mindset Notify us about your interest in potential future opportunities by clicking Get Started below. Alternatively, you can create an account by clicking Sign In at the top of the page, allowing you to set up email alerts for new job postings that align with your preferences.