Lead Material Designer: Energy & Innovation

Nike; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Converse, a Nike brand, is seeking a Lead Material Designer in the Boston area to helm the development of innovative material concepts for lifestyle footwear. You will lead trend research, concept development, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate product storytelling from ideation through manufacturing.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in material/textile/footwear design, a strong fashion sense, and a track record of translating insights into tangible material solutions while

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrates excellence in material design, textile design or footwear design.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in material, textile or footwear design.
• Deep understanding of fashion trends and lifestyle product creation.
• Experience developing innovative material concepts from ideation to commercialization.
• Translates consumer insights into compelling narratives and product solutions.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes to unlock material innovation opportunities.
• Demonstrates craftsmanship through material exploration, sampling and prototyping.
• Collaborates proactively across functions and manages multiple work streams.
• Strong organization, self-direction and ability to work in a fast-paced team.
• Passion for sustainability, innovation and the future of sport.

Responsibilities

• Create original, industry-leading material concepts for lifestyle footwear collections.
• Develop material trend insights into seasonal narratives and product performance goals.
• Translate consumer and cultural insights into innovative material solutions.
• Explore new material constructions, finishes, textures, and manufacturing techniques.
• Build material palettes that elevate product expression across franchises.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure cohesive storytelling and execution.

Skills

Material design

Textile design

Footwear design

Job description

Converse, a Nike brand, is seeking a Lead Material Designer in the Boston area to helm the development of innovative material concepts for lifestyle footwear. You will lead trend research, concept development, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate product storytelling from ideation through manufacturing.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years in material/textile/footwear design, a strong fashion sense, and a track record of translating insights into tangible material solutions while