Creative Director - Licensed Products

Lead Design Executive This leadership role oversees the entire design function, focusing on strategic planning, organizational development, and process optimization. Key Responsibilities: Provide overall vision and direction for the design team. Partner with executive leadership to align design strategy with business objectives. Oversee multiple Design Managers and Senior Designers, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities. Represent the organization in senior leadership discussions, providing updates on progress and challenges. Organizational Development Build a high-volume design team capable of executing licensed product rollouts. Define talent development strategies, including recruiting, training, and succession planning. Foster a collaborative culture that balances creativity with operational excellence. Conduct regular performance reviews, ensuring structured evaluation of all team members. Process & PLM Optimization Serve as the executive sponsor of PLM system adoption, driving continuous improvement in workflows and data integrity. Partner with Design Managers to enforce process consistency, ensuring scalable and efficient workflows. Evaluate and implement tools and systems that improve design efficiency and accuracy. Compliance & Quality Assurance Oversee compliance across all leagues and licensors, ensuring every product meets licensing and brand standards. Partner with senior stakeholders and licensing representatives to address escalations and resolve approval challenges. Implement checkpoints and governance structures to maintain quality and accuracy. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Product Design or related field; advanced degree preferred. 12+ years of design experience in apparel or consumer products, with at least 8+ years in a leadership role overseeing more than 20 employees. Proven track record of managing large-scale licensed product rollouts. Strong expertise in PLM systems, design operations, and approval workflows. Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire diverse design teams.

Creado: Jue, 01 de Ene de 1970