Specialized Bicycle Components · 2 months ago
Leader of Design - Color & Concepts
United States, CA, Morgan Hill (Office)
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$129K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expSpecialized Bicycle Components is a leading company in the cycling industry, seeking a Leader of Design - Color & Concepts. This role involves defining the visual identity of their innovative bikes through color, material, and finish, while leading a team to deliver exceptional design outcomes.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with category and product owners to deliver a holistic CMF direction across bike and equipment
Edit and refine products throughout the creation, development, and production process to achieve brand and business objectives
Create an atmosphere that fosters curiosity, innovative thinking, and collaboration in the service of delivering best-in-the-world products and experiences
Mentor the CMF design team and be the driving force for our CMF process and output
Attract and develop design talent both inside and outside the company
Create clear design documents that visually communicate and articulate your design inspiration, concept and intent. Successfully share and present each idea to key stakeholders for cross functional alignment and buy in
Inject a modernized and youthful perspective to the use of all color, material, finish
Demonstrate a strong collaborative approach that welcomes feedback and successfully implements into your design work throughout the process
Define ownable textures and elements on product that make it uniquely specialized
Create, develop, and execute new tools across categories that help bring clarity and resolution to challenged conversations
Qualification
Required
Degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling tools
10 years in Color, Material and Finish or like fields
Strong experience in building brand narratives through material and surface treatments
Strong ability to communicate your design intent and vision physically and digitally
An online portfolio with specific examples of high-quality design work
Ability to bring clarity to complex conversations and product challenges
Display and prove Specialized core competencies including curiosity, humility, team-focus, passion, and ownership
Excellent at mentoring, collaborating and great interpersonal skills
Exceptional visual communication skills and the ability to inspire teams through storytelling
Ability to hit stringent deadlines while managing multiple projects
Great vision with sensitivity to current trends
Friendly, fun, hardworking, nurturing, courteous, and accessible
Love bicycles
Benefits
Competitive pay with annual performance-based reviews for continued growth and recognition
Comprehensive healthcare plan options, including PPO, EPO, HDHP, and HMO (acupuncture and physical therapy included)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer HSA contributions when enrolled in the High-Deductible Healthcare Plan (HDHP)
Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Company Matching up to $5,000 annually with immediate 100% vesting and administrative fees paid for by the company
Annual Profit Sharing: Share in the rewards of our collective success through our profit sharing program, with contributions made directly to 401(k) accounts.
Company-paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program that provides access to individualized mental well-being care
Generous Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, and Volunteer Time Off
14 weeks of 100% paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks of 100% paid leave for non-birthing parents, plus a Specialized bike for your new baby
Up to $9,000 annually in Career Development & Degree Assistance
Up to $250 annually in Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement
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Company
Specialized Bicycle Components
Specialized Bicycle Components is an American brand of bicycles and related products that designs and manufactures bicycles and much more.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
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Mike Sinyard
Founder & CEO
Kimberly Hilger
Global Strategic Finance Director
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