Head of Footwear Innovation & Special Projects

On AG; Zürich; On-site; CHF 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

On AG is seeking a Head of Footwear Design - Special Projects to set the creative vision for progressive footwear concepts, limited‑edition partnerships, and cultural collaborations. You will lead a team of Footwear and CMF designers, translating cultural insights into commercially viable products that push design boundaries.

You will drive end‑to‑end creative direction, align with product management and development, and foster a culture of experimentation using next‑generation tools including

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a university or equivalent.
• 10+ years in footwear design or related leadership roles is preferred.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end creative direction for Special Projects footwear initiatives.
• Coach and develop a multidisciplinary team of Footwear and CMF Designers.
• Collaborate with innovation teams to integrate proprietary tech into limited editions.
• Represent design in partner meetings, reviews, and industry events.

Skills

Creative Direction

Team Leadership

AI Fluency

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

3D visualization tools

AI-assisted design tools

Job description

On AG is seeking a Head of Footwear Design - Special Projects to set the creative vision for progressive footwear concepts, limited‑edition partnerships, and cultural collaborations. You will lead a team of Footwear and CMF designers, translating cultural insights into commercially viable products that push design boundaries.

You will drive end‑to‑end creative direction, align with product management and development, and foster a culture of experimentation using next‑generation tools including