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The Raw Materials Specialist translates design visions into actionable material specifications and manages the development process with global vendors. They are responsible for researching innovative materials, maintaining resource libraries, and balancing design intent with cost and feasibility.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Textile, Fashion Design, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in leather and materials R&D. Candidates must possess strong technical knowledge of footwear construction and the ability to collaborate across global sourcing and design teams.
About Designer Brands
At Designer Brands, we are the proud parent company of DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Rubino, operating nearly 675 stores across North America and a billion-dollar digital commerce business. We lead the footwear industry with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands, including Topo Athletic, Keds, Vince Camuto, Kelly & Katie, Jessica Simpson, Lucky Brand, Mix No. 6, Crown Vintage, and others. With expertise in design, production, and sourcing, we create on-trend footwear and accessories, delivered through a robust omni-channel infrastructure and national wholesale distribution. At Designer Brands, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where each employee’s unique perspective contributes to our success. Anchored by our core values of “We Love What We Do,” “We Own What We Do,” “We Do What’s Right,” and “We Belong,” we continuously drive forward together, building a future where everyone can put their best foot forward.
The Opportunity
As a Raw Materials Specialist, you will play a hands-on role in shaping how our ideas come to life through leather and materials. You will connect design vision with real-world execution, helping translate creativity into materials that our partners can bring to life at scale.
You will work closely with design, sourcing, and vendor partners across regions to move ideas from concept to reality. This is a highly collaborative role where your knowledge of materials, curiosity, and ability to problem-solve will directly impact the product we create and how we bring it to market.
This role reports to the Director of Raw Materials and sits at the intersection of design, innovation, and global sourcing.
What you'll be doing
Bring design ideas to life through materials
Lead and support material research and development
Collaborate across teams and regions
Support execution and delivery
Advance digital and operational processes
What you'll need
Experience and background
Technical knowledge
Skills and capabilities
Working style and collaboration
Work environment
Perks and Benefits You’ll Enjoy!
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Designer Brands Inc. is one of North America’s largest designers, producers and retailers of footwear and accessories. The company operates a portfolio of retail concepts in nearly 1,000 locations under the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company, and Shoe Warehouse brands and operates leased locations in the U.S through its Affiliated Business Group. Designer Brands designs and produces footwear and accessories through Camuto Group, a leading manufacturer selling in more than 5,400 doors worldwide. The Camuto Group owns licensing rights for the Jessica Simpson® footwear business, and footwear and handbag licenses for Lucky Brand® and Max Studio®. In partnership with a joint venture with Authentic Brands Group, Designer Brands also owns a stake in Vince Camuto®, Louise et Cie®, CC Corso Como®, Enzo Angiolini® and others. More information can be found at www.designerbrands.com
Offices: 44 Kodiak Cres, Toronto, ON M3J 3G5, CA
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