Materials Designer (Footwear)
HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm, Beaverton, OR, United States
Role: Materials Designer II (Footwear)
Location: Beaverton (Onsite/Hybrid)
Duration: 7+ Months Contract
About the Role We are looking for a
Materials Designer II
to join a global design team supporting the
Kids & CORE Color and Materials Design
function. This role focuses on creating compelling, cost-effective material strategies for everyday consumers who value durability, quality, and long-term usage over trends. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners across global teams to bring innovative yet commercially viable material designs to life.
What You’ll Do Design and develop
innovative footwear materials
aligned with Kids & CORE business needs Balance
aesthetic vision with cost efficiency , ensuring strong value at lower price points Contribute to
storytelling and design narratives
tied to the CORE consumer Partner with cross-functional teams including Product Design, Development, and Merchandising Support material selection, development, and execution across seasonal product cycles
What We’re Looking For ✔
2+ years of experience
in Footwear Materials Design ✔ Experience designing for
Kids (Preschool & Grade School)
and CORE product segments ✔ Strong understanding of
material cost, margins, and value engineering ✔ Ability to contribute to
design storytelling and consumer-focused narratives ✔
Portfolio required
(must showcase material design process and collaboration)
Nice to Have ➕ Knowledge of
seasonal product creation cycles (gates) ➕ Experience working with
leather & synthetic materials
(identification and application) ➕ Understanding of
import duties/material costing implications
Technical Skills CLO, Viscom, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD
Industry Experience Preferred experience working with global brands in
Footwear/Apparel Design
About the Role We are looking for a
Materials Designer II
to join a global design team supporting the
Kids & CORE Color and Materials Design
function. This role focuses on creating compelling, cost-effective material strategies for everyday consumers who value durability, quality, and long-term usage over trends. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional partners across global teams to bring innovative yet commercially viable material designs to life.
What You’ll Do Design and develop
innovative footwear materials
aligned with Kids & CORE business needs Balance
aesthetic vision with cost efficiency , ensuring strong value at lower price points Contribute to
storytelling and design narratives
tied to the CORE consumer Partner with cross-functional teams including Product Design, Development, and Merchandising Support material selection, development, and execution across seasonal product cycles
What We’re Looking For ✔
2+ years of experience
in Footwear Materials Design ✔ Experience designing for
Kids (Preschool & Grade School)
and CORE product segments ✔ Strong understanding of
material cost, margins, and value engineering ✔ Ability to contribute to
design storytelling and consumer-focused narratives ✔
Portfolio required
(must showcase material design process and collaboration)
Nice to Have ➕ Knowledge of
seasonal product creation cycles (gates) ➕ Experience working with
leather & synthetic materials
(identification and application) ➕ Understanding of
import duties/material costing implications
Technical Skills CLO, Viscom, Adobe Creative Suite, CAD
Industry Experience Preferred experience working with global brands in
Footwear/Apparel Design