Senior Colour and Materials Strategist
3 weeks ago
Position Title: Senior Colour and Materials Strategist
Duration: Contract
Location: Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite
Division: Design
Role Overview:
- Oversee Colour & Materials initiatives across various projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives while assisting the Colour and Materials Manager with daily operations.
- Effectively communicate and escalate critical matters to the Colour and Materials Manager.
- Act as a deputy to the Colour and Materials Manager.
- Support the Colour and Materials team in delivering project requirements, mentoring both senior and junior designers.
- Conduct research on market trends, lifestyles, design, and social influences relevant to current and upcoming projects.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers to develop materials that meet production specifications.
- Engage with designers, functional teams, marketing, and procurement to ensure proposals meet established standards.
- Represent the Colour and Materials team in technical and senior-level meetings as necessary.
- Design exceptional products that visually narrate their functional purpose.
Key Responsibilities:
- Report directly to the Colour and Materials Manager.
- Communicate and address critical issues with the Chief Designer, Design Operations Manager, and Design Director.
- Define, submit, and manage the Colour and Materials budget to achieve project milestones.
- Conduct performance evaluations as needed, particularly for junior and senior designers.
- Collaborate with broader Design, Clay, and Engineering teams to present viable solutions for approval.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of design standards and processes.
- Provide input into the overall Design Strategy.
- Present and advocate for Colour & Materials concepts to senior management and executive levels.
- Assist in instilling the design philosophy and principles to foster a robust future design identity.
- Support the Colour and Materials team in delivering innovative materials and finishes for all projects.
- Develop and communicate the Colour & Materials program vision and variant lists for all projects.
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive Colour & Materials research and design intent reports for all projects.
- Submit plans for long lead-time components across all projects.
- Contribute to the Marketing Features List.
- Establish and confirm trim level strategies.
- Deliver target samples and assist in ensuring design quality for master samples of all colours and materials.
- Align design intent, quality, and manufacturing feasibility with engineering and commercial requirements.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- A degree in Art and Design or a related field, with substantial experience as a Colour and Materials Designer.
- Experience delivering Colour & Materials for projects from inception to completion.
- Proven experience in leading and mentoring a high-performing team under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated self-motivation, interpersonal skills, initiative, adaptability, and commitment to task completion.
- Solid experience within an automotive design department.
- Highly creative with a strong sense of colour vision, harmony, and an understanding of perceived value and craftsmanship.
- Extensive knowledge of automotive and industrial colours and materials.
- Strong presentation skills to articulate and convey design intentions.
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office.
- Essential project planning and management skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of Colour & Materials and vehicle design.
Personal Attributes:
- A genuine passion for advancing Colour and Materials Design.
- A highly motivated team player with excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Well-organized and methodical, with a keen attention to detail.
- Ability to perform exceptionally well under pressure.
About Contechs Consulting Ltd:
Contechs Consulting Ltd is a premier recruitment consultancy specializing in Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology, and Innovation. Established with a commitment to providing exceptional support to our contractors, we operate as an employment agency for both permanent and contract recruitment.
Application Process:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application, and one of our recruiters will reach out to you.
Referral Program:
If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them to us. We offer a referral fee for successful placements.
Eligibility:
Applicants must have valid eligibility to work full-time in the UK and travel within the EU.
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