Director of Footwear Design

Defining and driving the long-range vision for Color, Materials, Graphics, and Trend, the full-time Director of Footwear Design will lead a team in creating consumer-centric product strategies while collaborating across various departments in a hybrid work environment. Key responsibilities Lead the CMG & trend team in developing seasonal concept frameworks and actionable product strategies based on global consumer and market insights Oversee material strategies, ensuring innovation and sustainability while collaborating with Design and Sourcing teams Evaluate product performance post-launch, integrating insights into future seasonal direction and innovation priorities Required qualifications Bachelor's degree in product design, fashion design, graphic design, or a related field, or equivalent experience Minimum 10 years of experience in CMG, product design, or trend forecasting, with a proven track record in leading seasonal product direction Eight or more years of people leadership experience, with a focus on developing creative talent and building effective teams Experience in the footwear or consumer product industries, supported by a strong portfolio in color, material, graphic, and trend leadership Deep understanding of consumer behavior, cultural trends, and marketplace dynamics, along with strategic thinking and commercial acumen