Chief Designer CMF

Ford Motor Company; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global automotive leader is seeking a CMF Lead to create emotional connections through design in Cologne. The ideal candidate will oversee the CMF DNA for both interior and exterior, translating trends into practical applications. Responsibilities include leading a team, innovating sustainable design solutions, and collaborating with engineering teams. The position requires strong negotiation skills, significant CMF experience, and business fluency in English. This role emphasizes in-person collaboration, benefiting from a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifikationen

• Standout portfolio showcasing significant CMF experience.
• Deep experience in Design Quality and appearance approvals.
• Strong ability to translate market narratives into material applications.

Aufgaben

• Co-create the CMF DNA for Interior and Exterior.
• Scout new technologies and sustainable finishes.
• Interface between Design and Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing.
• Own the Design Quality (DQ) workstream.
• Nurture talent and foster a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with CMF Chiefs worldwide.

Kenntnisse

CMF experience (Automotive, Tech, or Premium Furniture)

Strong negotiation skills

Presentation Skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Business fluency in English

Jobbeschreibung

The Vision

At Ford, CMF isn’t just about choosing colors. It’s about creating an emotional connection. As our CMF Lead, you are the architect of sensory experience. You translate global trends into tactile reality, defining the look, feel, and character of our next generation of vehicles. You don’t just follow trends, you set them.

Qualifications

Your DNA:

• The Expert: You bring a standout portfolio and significant CMF experience (Automotive, Tech, or Premium Furniture).
• The Strategist: You can translate complex market narratives into tangible material applications.
• The Quality Guru: You have deep experience in Design Quality, appearance approvals, and mastering processes.
• The Leader: You are a strong negotiator and a compelling presenter who can build relationships across diverse, cross‑functional teams.
• The Global Citizen: You thrive in international contexts and are business fluent in English.
• The Mindset: Curious, innovative, and highly organized. You know how to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced studio environment.

The Studio Life

This role is based in the heart of our creative hub in Cologne. We value the "spark" of in‑person collaboration, which is why we typically work from the studio four days a week. We offer flexibility to align with project needs, but the studio is where our CMF vision truly comes to life.

Additional Information

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.

Responsibilities

Your impact:

• Visionary Leadership: Co‑create the CMF DNA for Interior and Exterior. You turn abstract narratives into production‑ready material strategies.
• Innovation & Trends: You stay ahead of the curve, scouting new technologies and sustainable finishes to keep our products at the forefront of design.
• The Bridge: You are the key interface. You speak "Design" to the creatives and "Feasibility" to Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing.
• Quality Guardian: You own the Design Quality (DQ) workstream. From the first sketch to the master sample, you ensure our high standards are never compromised.
• Culture Builder: You don’t just manage a team; you nurture talent. You foster a studio culture that thrives on excellence and creative curiosity.
• Global Synergy: You collaborate with CMF Chiefs worldwide, leveraging global scale while ensuring our European vision remains sharp and aligned.