Job Responsibilities：
1. Lead end-to-end CMF (Color, Material, Finish) strategy development and execution, including concept ideation, trend research, prototyping, and mass production ramp-up.
2. Drive early-stage CMF design strategy through image board development, prototype and mock-up validation, and resolution of production challenges to ensure alignment with design intent.
3. Establish and maintain CMF design guideline libraries, material swatch archives, and supplier resource databases to support scalable design practices.
4. Develop cost strategies for CMF solutions, balancing aesthetic value with commercial feasibility and production efficiency.
5. Collaborate closely with industrial design, engineering, supply chain, marketing, and brand teams to ensure seamless transition of CMF concepts into commercialized products.
6. Evaluate new materials and manufacturing processes by engaging with suppliers, assessing feasibility, and identifying potential production risks.
7. Incorporate insights from the PRC market, including consumer trends, cultural preferences, and supply chain characteristics, into CMF design decisions.
8. Contribute to team capability development by synthesizing design knowledge and refining CMF methodologies and best practices.
9. Explore and apply AI tools in design processes, including concept generation, material simulation, and colorway visualization, while ensuring final output quality through professional judgment.
Job Requirements：
1. Proven experience in CMF design with successful mass production project delivery in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, home appliances, or smart hardware.
2. Strong expertise in the full CMF design workflow, including deep understanding of material properties (e.g., plastics, metals, glass, textiles, coatings), surface treatment processes, and color management standards.
3. Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, KeyShot, Blender, or similar software.
4. Solid foundation in color theory and material/process application, with the ability to independently resolve CMF-related technical challenges during production ramp-up.
5. Excellent cross-functional communication and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
6. Strong sensitivity to fashion trends and emerging directions in color, material, and finish, with the ability to translate insights into design outputs.
7. Familiarity with consumer trends, cultural context, and supply chain characteristics within the PRC market, with the ability to integrate insights into design strategies.
8. Open mindset toward emerging technologies, including AI-assisted design tools, with the ability to apply them effectively while recognizing their limitations.
9. Strong adaptability and emotional resilience, with the ability to perform effectively in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
10. Effective English communication skills; international experience is advantageous.
