Lead CMF Designer — Global Color, Material & Finish

Newell Brands; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a Lead CMF Designer to drive color, material, and finish strategy across its global brands. You will influence product direction with trend insights, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with Design, Graphics, Marketing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and scalability.

The role requires senior CMF experience, strong visualization skills, and the ability to communicate across global teams to elevate brand identity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CMF or related field.
• 4–7 years CMF experience in consumer products or related industries.
• Proven CMF storytelling across product categories.

Responsibilities

• Lead global CMF strategy across brands.
• Forecast color, material, finish trends globally.
• Create mood boards and digital renderings.
• Develop CMF specs for manufacturers and vendors.

Skills

CMF experience

Presentation skills

Visual storytelling

Vendor collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CMF or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

KeyShot

Video editing

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a Lead CMF Designer to drive color, material, and finish strategy across its global brands. You will influence product direction with trend insights, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with Design, Graphics, Marketing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure manufacturability and scalability.

The role requires senior CMF experience, strong visualization skills, and the ability to communicate across global teams to elevate brand identity.