Associate Design Director, Luggage
Core
Lead end-to-end industrial design for core luggage product lines, driving innovation in construction methods, sustainable materials, and manufacturing processes.
Role type
Senior IC industrial design director (luggage)
Builds
Luggage and travel essentials
Domain
Consumer goods / Travel / Industrial design
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (physical goods)
Required skills
Industrial design strategy, material R&D, manufacturing process knowledge, CAD execution, sketching, 3D visualization, team mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, sustainability integration, weight optimization
Preferred skills
AI-enabled design tools, workflow automation, global travel experience, overseas factory engagement
Technologies
Fusion 360, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite
Responsibilities
Define future of luggage category through innovative industrial design and product strategy; execute seasonal creative direction and long-term category goals; translate consumer insights into scalable design systems; build and mentor high-performing design team; manage end-to-end design process from concept to commercialization; partner with Product Development and Engineering on technical feasibility; improve material libraries and prototyping systems; collaborate with Merchandising, Brand, Quality, and Supply Chain; participate in global travel and supplier engagement.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
