Head of Color, Material & Concepts – Bikes

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare options

401(k) Matching

Life and Disability Insurance

Career Development & Degree Assistance

Fitness & Wellness Reimbursement

Pro-Deal Discounts

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. in Morgan Hill, CA, seeks a Leader of Design – Color & Concepts to define the look and feel of its premier bikes.

You’ll lead the CMF vision across color, material and finish, shaping the brand’s performance DNA and storytelling through craft and innovation. You’ll mentor the CMF team, collaborate with product owners, and deliver clear design documents and presentations to stakeholders, ensuring fast-paced projects meet brand standards, deadlines and market

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling tools.
• 10 years in Color, Material and Finish or related fields.
• Strong experience in building brand narratives through material and surface treatments.
• Excellent at mentoring, collaborating and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with category and product owners to deliver a holistic CMF direction across bike and equipment.
• Edit and refine products throughout the creation, development, and production process to achieve brand and business objectives.
• Mentor the CMF design team and be the driving force for our CMF process and output.
• Attract and develop design talent both inside and outside the company.
• Create clear design documents that visually communicate and articulate your design inspiration, concept and intent.

Skills

CMF leadership

Design leadership

Team mentoring

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Industrial Design degree

Graphic Design degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

3D modeling tools

Job description

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc. in Morgan Hill, CA, seeks a Leader of Design – Color & Concepts to define the look and feel of its premier bikes.

You’ll lead the CMF vision across color, material and finish, shaping the brand’s performance DNA and storytelling through craft and innovation. You’ll mentor the CMF team, collaborate with product owners, and deliver clear design documents and presentations to stakeholders, ensuring fast-paced projects meet brand standards, deadlines and market