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Design Director - Saucony Originals
Job Locations US-MA-Waltham
Brand/Group Saucony Job Function Product - Brand Min. Exp.(Yrs) 8 Type Full Time
General Function
AtSaucony,we exist for runners. Runners inspire us, bring us new ideas, force us tobe better. They drive our design and engineering. They keep us competitive.They keep us hungry. They keep us honest. Whether its in aconference room or out on a lunchtime run, were constantly talking aboutand arguing about our sport, runners and the products that fuel them. We love our products and we run in everything we make. This focus andpassion fuels us as we strive to create the best running shoes and apparelon the planet. We leave work each day knowing weve done everything to make runners lives just a little bit better.
The Design Director is responsible for the design vision and strategy for Saucony Originals; communicates creative vision and direction to key stakeholders.
Primary Duties ! Develops and drives global creative directions for the brand in collaboration with brand marketing and Tech;
! Owns and leads execution of the seasonal creative vision for Originals;
! Lead internal designers, and onboards collaborators, external partners & agencies within a unified design voice;
! Design consumer driven concepts that are aligned to the brands design strategy seasonally,
! Collaborate with other global product functions (PLM and Development) to execute the seasonal line plan accordingly to briefs expectations;
! Effectively communicates and presents design concepts to cross-functional business partners and senior leadership;
! Works with design counterparts in Tech and Apparel to ensure continuity across touchpoints;
! Leads Originals design resources, process, and relations to ensure project standards and timelines are met at every single gate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required ! Bachelor's degree in design required or equivalent work experience;
! 8+ years of global footwear design in the sportswear industry required;
! Proven leadership skills with at least 3 years experience leading designers, collaborators, agencies;
! Deep understanding of global trends and streetwear consumers and culture, including music and modern-art;
! Team oriented mentality, creative and digitally savvy;
! Comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment;
! Well organized and detail oriented;
! Strong presentation and communication skills to all levels inside and outside of the organization;
! Skills within illustration, whether this being freehand or computer aided;
! Champion of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging;
! Passion and awareness for sustainability;
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment. Frequent travels also overseas (30%of the time).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.
Committed to a diverse workforce, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled).
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Job Locations US-MA-Waltham
Brand/Group Saucony Job Function Product - Brand Min. Exp.(Yrs) 8 Type Full Time
General Function
AtSaucony,we exist for runners. Runners inspire us, bring us new ideas, force us tobe better. They drive our design and engineering. They keep us competitive.They keep us hungry. They keep us honest. Whether its in aconference room or out on a lunchtime run, were constantly talking aboutand arguing about our sport, runners and the products that fuel them. We love our products and we run in everything we make. This focus andpassion fuels us as we strive to create the best running shoes and apparelon the planet. We leave work each day knowing weve done everything to make runners lives just a little bit better.
The Design Director is responsible for the design vision and strategy for Saucony Originals; communicates creative vision and direction to key stakeholders.
Primary Duties ! Develops and drives global creative directions for the brand in collaboration with brand marketing and Tech;
! Owns and leads execution of the seasonal creative vision for Originals;
! Lead internal designers, and onboards collaborators, external partners & agencies within a unified design voice;
! Design consumer driven concepts that are aligned to the brands design strategy seasonally,
! Collaborate with other global product functions (PLM and Development) to execute the seasonal line plan accordingly to briefs expectations;
! Effectively communicates and presents design concepts to cross-functional business partners and senior leadership;
! Works with design counterparts in Tech and Apparel to ensure continuity across touchpoints;
! Leads Originals design resources, process, and relations to ensure project standards and timelines are met at every single gate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required ! Bachelor's degree in design required or equivalent work experience;
! 8+ years of global footwear design in the sportswear industry required;
! Proven leadership skills with at least 3 years experience leading designers, collaborators, agencies;
! Deep understanding of global trends and streetwear consumers and culture, including music and modern-art;
! Team oriented mentality, creative and digitally savvy;
! Comfortable working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment;
! Well organized and detail oriented;
! Strong presentation and communication skills to all levels inside and outside of the organization;
! Skills within illustration, whether this being freehand or computer aided;
! Champion of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging;
! Passion and awareness for sustainability;
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment. Frequent travels also overseas (30%of the time).
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
Wolverine Worldwide has a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with three days in office and two days remote.
Committed to a diverse workforce, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled).
#LI-Hybrid
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