Footwear Design Director

4 days ago

Shimoga, Karnataka, India beBeeCreative Full time ₹ 18,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000
About the Role

We're seeking a visionary leader to set the design direction for our footwear category, translating brand strategy into trend-forward and consumer-relevant products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Direction: Define seasonal design themes, color palettes, and material stories aligned with brand positioning and consumer trends.
  • Product Creation: Lead the development of footwear collections – from concept sketches to final prototypes.
  • Trend Analysis: Leverage industry insights and competitor mapping to build trend-right collections.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, content, and product development teams to ensure design consistency and storytelling across all consumer touchpoints.
  • CAD Development: Oversee the creation of 2D CADs and detailed tech packs for sampling and production.
  • Design Software Expertise: Be hands-on with Adobe Creative Suite to support the team in concept visualization and presentations.
  • Vendor Interaction: Liaise with factories, vendors, and sampling teams to ensure timely development of prototypes and commercial samples.
  • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a small team of designers, fostering creativity and executional excellence.
Required Skills & Qualifications

We're looking for individuals with a strong background in footwear design, excellent communication and project management skills, and experience working with trend forecasting platforms and consumer insight tools.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience in footwear design, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing footwear design and development process.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and basic tools.
  • Solid understanding of footwear construction, materials, and fit.
  • Experience working with trend forecasting platforms and consumer insight tools.
Preferred Attributes

Previous experience with activewear or sports footwear brands is a plus. We're passionate about fitness, fashion, and creating consumer-centric designs.

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