Ricardo Beverly Hills is searching for a dynamic, creative designer for the Design Manager position. This position will play a pivotal role in designing and developing world-class products that fit the consumer lifestyle for each of our brands. We want someone who will come in with a solid reputation for building great products in a consumer-driven organization. The position calls for a leader who is both an empowering manager and a hands-on player/coach for the design team.

The Company

We are a global leader specializing in the design, innovation and marketing of luggage and travel accessories. We are committed to creating effortless travel experiences through our proprietary brands RICARDO BEVERLY HILLS, SKYWAY, and STEPHANIE JOHNSON. We’re motivated by creativity, captivated by the west coast and obsessed with quality. Join us. Your next adventure awaits.

The Challenge

At our core, we are a team of passionate luggage and travel accessory designers. We have a clear vision to build distinct lifestyle brands. The Design Manager will have the opportunity to design products for this vision. You will strive to elevate our brands through a design language that is commercially accessible to a wide range of consumers. This exciting challenge takes place in an energized, and well-equipped work environment that fosters creativity, open communication, and professional growth.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in industrial and/or fashion design

· 5-10 years established experience with a demonstrated background in Product Design and Development

· Proven experience in leading and managing a team of creatives

· Experience working directly with Asian factories

· Soft and hard goods design experience

· Creative design leadership experience is essential

· Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, OneNote, Word), Adobe CS (Illustrator, Photoshop)

· Knowledge of 3D modeling, surfacing, and rapid prototyping is preferable

· Advanced English language skills

· Keen sense of market and societal trends and their impact on design direction within the industry

· Ability to communicate ideas quickly and effectively through visualization and mockups

Responsibilities

· Promote and represent a culture of creativity throughout the organization

· Work collaboratively with upper management across departments to ensure synergistic processes

· Advocate for aspects of product design that relate to end-user needs, interests, and characteristics

· Champion the company's efforts towards design for consumers, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing capabilities

· International travel up to 20% of time, as well as domestic sales and trend trips

· Manage and own deliverable timelines and seasonal development calendars

To apply for this position please submit your resume and complete the culture index survey through the following link: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/EDywC4ej0eG2fF. Note: Culture index survey required for position consideration.

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