Design Manager (F/N/M)

Adevinta 2021; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A digital solutions company is seeking a Product Design Manager to lead a team of product designers in Paris. You will define and execute user-centered design initiatives, manage complex projects, and foster collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate has expertise in product design, strong leadership skills, and is fluent in French. This position offers a dynamic work environment and focuses on innovative design strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing and developing design teams.
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Lead and develop a team of product designers.
• Define product design vision in collaboration with leadership.
• Oversee team deliverables for quality and alignment.

Connaissances

Expertise in product design

Strong understanding of UX/UI processes

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Fluent in French

Outils

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Description du poste

Main Mission :

The Product Design Manager is responsible for leading, managing, and developing a team of product designers. You play a strategic role in defining and executing user experiences while guiding teams to deliver innovative, consistent, and user-centered solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

Management and Leadership :

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a team of talented designers
• Provide personalized mentorship to help designers grow professionally and reach their goals
• Establish high standards of quality and ensure they are upheld across all projects
• Foster a collaborative, motivating, and inclusive work environment

Strategy and Vision :

• Define the product design vision and strategy in collaboration with leadership teams
• Ensure that design initiatives align with business objectives and user needs
• Drive the integration of user-centered design principles into the product development process

Coordination and Collaboration :

• Work closely with Product Managers, UX Researchers, Developers, and other stakeholders to ensure design supports product and business goals
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and resolve potential friction points between teams
• Facilitate clear communication of design intent to internal and external stakeholders

Operational Excellence :

• Oversee team deliverables to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with existing guidelines (Design System, UX principles)
• Track projects to ensure timely delivery and achievement of objectives
• Identify pain points in user journeys and propose pragmatic solutions
• Prioritize design initiatives based on resources and strategic priorities

Continuous Improvement :

• Implement processes to enhance team productivity, quality, and collaboration
• Incorporate user feedback and data (qualitative and quantitative) to refine design decisions
• Advocate for the importance of user-centered design across the organization

Skills and Requirements :

Technical :

• Expertise in product design with a strong understanding of UX/UI processes
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD)

Leadership :

• Proven experience managing and developing design teams
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills
• Strategic vision and ability to effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Interpersonal :

• Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Capacity to influence and advocate for design priorities among diverse stakeholders
• Empathy to understand both user and team needs
• You are fluent in French