Senior Ladies Footwear Designer / Developer

• Help manage all stages of the development process from initial concept to completion
• Resolve issues and develop the skills of those being supervised
• Work with Design, Development, Materials, Costing, Commercialization, and Production to ensure the product is developed on time
• Work closely with our design teams to develop footwear collections from concept to mass production
• Manage the product development process
• Communicate regularly with our technical team, customers, and manufacturers

Technologies:

• Excel
• UX UI Design

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Strong research and development skills, with the ability to identify emerging trends and technologies
• Product management skills, with the ability to manage budgets and timelines
• Footwear technology expertise, with knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and manufacturing processes
• Product development skills, with experience in taking products from concept to production
• Experience working in the footwear industry
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in a relevant area
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative Suite
• Proficiency with MS Office, including MS Excel
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and results orientation
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively with a diverse group of people
• Ability to travel
• Project management skills
• High level of initiative and maturity
• Excellent communication skills

We are Northstar, a global design and sourcing house for footwear and apparel brands. Our UK office is based in Leeds, and our global head office is in LA. We work with top brands and retailers around the world to build innovative products and create brand growth opportunities. We provide end-to-end design and production services, including design and development, sourcing, and quality assurance, supported by a global team of experts. Benefits include a paid phone plan, opportunity for international travel in Europe, Asia, and the US, and an annual bonus opportunity.