Principle, CMFColor Designer

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At YETI we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here youll have the opportunity to create exceptional meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together youll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD.

As aPrincipalCMF/Color Designer Soft Coolers you will lead the strategic direction and execution of color material and finish (CMF) design across the Soft Coolers category. This role requires deepexpertisein CMF design trend forecasting and cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative brand-right solutions that elevate the YETI product experience. You willoperatewitha high levelof autonomy and influence driving long-term impact through strategic design leadership andreportinto the DirectorSoft CoolersinAustin.

Key Responsibilities

Define and lead the CMF/color strategy for theSoft Coolerscategory aligning with brand vision and consumer insights.

Translate macro trends into actionable seasonal palettes and product-level color applications.

Drive innovation in CMF design through exploration of new materials finishes and technologies.

Balance creative direction with commercial impact to ensureoptimalexecution across product lines.

Represent CMF in cross-category and core team meetings influencing product strategy and development.

Partner with Industrial Design Product Management Marketing and Development to ensure cohesive execution.

Champion the CMF design POV across the organization advocating for design excellence and consumer relevance.

Work closely with brand design on print concepts detailsand onproduct execution.

Lead CMF design from concept through pre-production ensuring feasibility and brand alignment.

Create detailed digital renderings line art and visual tools to communicate color strategy.

Own andhelpmaintaincolor BOMs swatch libraries and physical/digital presentation toolsalongsidedevelopmentteam.

Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure color accuracy and manufacturability.

Demonstratedeepunderstanding of YETI consumers pursuits and communities.

Apply competitive and market analysis to inform CMF decisions that differentiate YETI in the marketplace.

Utilize consumer research and trend forecasting to guide long-term CMF strategy.

Qualifications

Bachelors orMastersdegree in Color and Material Design Industrial Design Fashion/Textile Design or related field.

10 years of professional experience in CMF or Color Design preferably in consumer goods or soft goods.

Strong portfolioshowcasingstrategic CMF thinking trend translation and product-level execution.

Advancedproficiencyin Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator Photoshop); 3D rendering skills preferred.

Abilitytodemonstratea passing score on the Munsell Hue Color Test is.

Superior color acuity and understanding of color theory materials and manufacturing processes.

Excellent communication and presentation skills withabilityto influence across levels and functions.

Proven ability to lead projects independently manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

This role is based inAustin.

Benefits & Perks:

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YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our commitment to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws.

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