Color Developer II Our client does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At our client's, it's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for a detail oriented multi-tasker with strong communication skills and a knowledge of textile dye methods. The right candidate will be an important member of our color development team, responsible for analyzing color developments to ensure that the best color execution possible is approved on-time. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter, eager to learn, and strives to make a positive impact the teams.
WHAT WILL YOU WORK ON?
You will use your color knowledge and collaboration skills to execute the seasonal color direction and will be responsible for on-time approvals for buy ready commercialization. You will collaborate with Textile Development, Color Design, and Product Risk Engineering to proactively analyze potential risks and create a mitigation plan. You will facilitate and track lab dips for seasonal initiatives while identifying and addressing key issues and challenges in color development. Your ability to build strong relationships and knowledge in color development will aid you in building close working relationships with your cross-functional partners.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?
You will report into the Global Apparel Materials Team (GLAM) and support our partners in seasonal color developments including key collaborations with Color Design, Design, Product Managers, Technical Development, Global Product Creation Centers, and Product Risk Engineering. You will be an integral part of the Color Development community.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING?
Bachelor's degree in Apparel, Textiles or a related field
Minimum 2 years in color, textile, or product development experience
2 additional years' experience in lieu of a degree
Team player attitude and strength in building positive working relationships
Knowledge of textiles and dye methods
Understanding of digital color measurement to review and approve lab dips
Strong written and oral communication skills including meeting facilitation and presentations
Ability to pass the Munsell Hue color test to determine visual color acuity
Experience communicating and collaborating with global partners
Knowledge of apparel and material construction, including garment construction
Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
Strong information-seeking skills and a drive to make things happen
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group
Self-starter attitude and the ability to be a team player within a fast-paced team
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Team details & who they will work with: Work with Color developers supporting prod develop teams (support all of Jordan, Energy, men's and women's sportswear, and ACG (All Condition Gear), and skateboard) Desired Candidate Profile: Minimum required years of experience: 2-4 yrs Education requirements: No Must have skills: Works well under pressure Ability for excellent communication Nice to have skills: Organized, excitement for the role Software/technical requirements: PLM systems or Natific, Digital Color Review-Spectro, Excel/Word Previous client/industry experience preference: nice to have; industry experience helpful What 2-3 traits does the successful person in the role have? Outgoing, Comfortable talking to all kinds of people, ability to meet deadlines, self-starter Interview Details: Interviewers: With HM (1-3 interviewees) # of Rounds: 1 Duration of Interview: 30 min on Zoom Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
