lululemon · 9 hours ago
Senior Designer - Footwear Performance
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$116K/yr - $153K/yr
5+ years explululemon is an innovative performance apparel company focused on creating transformational products and experiences. The Senior Designer - Footwear Performance will lead the design process for performance footwear, collaborating with various teams to innovate and meet market needs while mentoring junior designers.
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Responsibilities
Apply senior level footwear design expertise from concept through commercialization for performance Running and Training footwear utilizing insights, connecting inspiration and obsessing solutions
Research and synthesize global cultural, aesthetic and sport trends, athlete feedback and market data to inform briefs and seasonal direction
Research and stay informed on relevant performance insights, tools, technologies and consumer insights related to Running and Training. Collate findings, identify patterns and draw conclusions
Sketch, render and iterate to solve product innovation needs, build compelling stories and clearly communicate design intent
Design performance features including foam systems, plates, rocker geometry, flex patterns, stability solutions and traction specific solutions for running and training
Collaborate with Materials, Color and 3D teams to bring concepts to life balancing performance, durability and aesthetics
Create complete tech packs that support 2D sketches with clear communication as well as other supportive visualization tools
Collaborate with Color Designers to strategize launch colors and blocking strategies
Manage multiple projects across overlapping seasons owning timelines, gates and deliverables to meet calendar milestones
Meet and connect with cross-functional partners to ensure your development partners are clear on design intent. Generate design revisions and redlines to maintain the development and production calendar needs
Mentor Junior team members to develop skills and build functional expertise. Support the Director in pulling the team together and fostering a collaborative and creative environment
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience
BA, BFA or BS in Design required (or equivalent)
Proficient in Adobe Suite (In Design, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Experience in Performance running footwear
Present a portfolio that demonstrates product design process
Point of View - Energized to move the industry and Brand forward. Not afraid of pushing visual and technical capabilities. Not afraid of failing if necessary
Design Skills - To creatively conceptualize, design and apply functional materials, that are uniquely lululemon, using a blend of artistic vision, technical expertise and industry / Footwear Material knowledge
Communication - Clearly articulate design ideas and concepts to the team, stakeholders and cross functional partners, both verbally and visually
Aesthetic Intelligence - Understand and appreciate the nuances of design. Inspired by and aware of the global fashion/art/design landscape
Innovative Thinking - Generate new ideas, processes and solutions that push the boundaries of product creation
Global Market Understanding and Brand Alignment - Translate global fashion trends and consumer behaviors into designs that align and enhance brand's identity and reputation
Delegation & Project Management - Organize and set priorities and effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities to empower Designers to produce high quality work, in accordance with GTM milestones
Team Building & Collaboration - fostering a sense of unity, shared purpose and an innovative environment where team members feel valued and contribute ideas
Coaching & Mentoring - Offering guidance and feedback to help team members grow and develop, providing constructive feedback to improve performance
Vision & Enrollment - Sharing ideas in a way that inspires action and articulates an inspiring picture of what the team can achieve
Benefits
Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
Paid time off
Savings and retirement plan matching
Generous employee discount
Fitness & yoga classes
Parenthood top-up
Extensive catalog of development course offerings
People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)
Company
lululemon
Lululemon is a technical athletic apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other sweaty pursuits.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknownKey Investors
STORY3 Capital PartnersAdvent International
2021-06-01Post Ipo Secondary
2014-08-08Post Ipo Equity
2007-07-27IPO
Leadership Team
Calvin McDonald
CEO
Meghan Frank
Chief Financial Officer
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