Senior Design Director/ Partnerships

Senior Design Director, PartnershipsDepartmentCulture, Collaborations & PartnershipsDirec Reporting lineVice President, Culture, Collaborations & PartnershipsSubsidiary/countryUSALocationLos Angeles, CANumber of Personnel Managed4-6Cost Center/Budget and/or Revenue ResponsibilityYesPurpose & Overall Relevance for the OrganizationDevelop and steer the Culture, Collaborations and Partnerships design vision into product expression in partnership with the product creation team. The Senior Design Director will drive one holistic strategy for partnerships in North America across footwear, apparel and accessories and will foster a one team mentality within our design community.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and foster creativity within the design team to ensure that the Company creates and manufactures products that meet the needs of the Partner and customers.Collaborate with development to find new and more innovative methods of working to improve products and product ranges.Drive partnership marketing strategies that can be implemented throughout DesignClose collaboration with Product Marketing and Development to implement strategies, concepts, and projects the overall succssManage, supervise, and provide feedback and development opportunities for teams.Provide designs for key projects to demonstrate leadership and set a high standard of design excellenceInspire and motivate teams to pursue cutting-edge ideas that are innovative in the marketRepresent and lead a strong multi-disciplinary Design team when in contact with internal and external partiesBe up to date on consumers, cultural trends, fashion, sports culture, and athletic findings across multiple categories and disciplines.Influencing and working closely with Partner(s) on design directionOversees all Design Direction from Concepts through Development and Go To Market launches; ensures design and performance objectives; delivers holistic creative process, market research, storytelling, and product design execution.Key RelationshipsProduct MarketingExternal Partner(s)External Agencies & Creative ResourcesConcept to ConsumerProduct OperationsCosting and DevelopmentProject ManagementKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProfound textile, graphic, footwear/apparel design knowledge, and credible expertiseHolistic thinker, can establish and drive end-to-end design strategy and initiativesInspirational and visionary leaderStrong presentation, planning, and analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong influence skills and change managementAbility to manage a team of personnel, direct and indirectAbility to travel domestically and internationally as neededComprehensive knowledge of product design with a clear understanding of the athletics market and its culturePractical knowledge in the field of computer design software/systems and MS OfficeDisplay and model innovative, resilient, and empathetic mindsetsRequisite Education and Experience / Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree (4 years) from a college/university in the field of Industrial Design or Art / minimum of 10 years of experience in the respective field or an equivalent combination out of education and experienceAt least 5+ years experience of leading Footwear Design teamsPractical experience in the field of Design, including management experienceComprehensive knowledge in product design with a clear understanding of the athletics market, connectivity to the athletics statement culture and consumerFluency in EnglishDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best. We embrace diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that reflects our consumers and communities. adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas' 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave.The anticipated low and high end of the base pay range for this position is $197,000-295,000.00.Actual salary will be based on various factors, such as a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills and competencies, proficiency for the role.Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, eleven paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years. We officially returned to office in a hybrid work environment, working 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The working location of this position is Los Angeles, CA. Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.COURAGE:Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..OWNERSHIP:Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.INNOVATION:Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.TEAMPLAY:Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.INTEGRITY:Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.RESPECT:Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job Title: Senior Design Director, PartnershipsBrand: adidasLocation: Los AngelesTEAM: DesignState: CACountry/Region: USContract Type: Full timeNumber: 515419Date: Aug 27, 2024Original job Senior Design Director/ Partnerships posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.