Global Designer, Footwear and Non-Apparel

At Amazon, we're working to create the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there, we need exceptionally talented, bright, and driven leaders to deliver best-in-class product. We are looking for a dynamic, customer-obsessed, and innovative Senior Designer specializing in Handbags, Footwear, and Non-Apparel products to join our Amazon Private Brands team.

In this role, you will design and develop products for Amazon's core brands, primarily focusing on handbags and footwear, alongside jewelry and accessories. The ideal candidate will have a strong design background and a passion for premium and contemporary design details. They will be highly technical, experienced in handbag and footwear development, and have an extensive history of working directly with vendors and factories. Proficiency in digital design tools is necessary, along with a readiness to adopt new technologies and data inputs to accelerate and improve development without compromising quality.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a proven ability to create cohesive, on-brand products across multiple categories with exceptional attention to detail. This hands-on role requires high judgment, executing against brand tenants, and proactive ownership. We value collaboration and creative excellence within our global team. The ideal candidate will possess strong partner and project management skills, lead with integrity, have excellent communication abilities. This role will work cross-functionally with Business Managers, Product Developers, and Supply

Key job responsibilities

• \tDesign and develop women's, men's, and kid's handbags, footwear, and non-apparel from concept to pre-production approval

• \tManage projects across all design stages for Amazon Essentials and Private Brands

• \tIdentify opportunities to integrate emerging trends and innovations into product solutions

• \tDeliver compelling presentations and effectively communicate with internal customers and stakeholders

• \tCollaborate closely with creative leads and cross-functional partners, including Product Developers, Business Managers, Sourcing, and Project Management teams, to ensure work is delivered on time and of the highest quality

• \tProactively incorporate emerging technologies and data inputs to evolve and refine the product creation process

• \tEstablish mechanisms and conduct audits to maintain consistent brand standards across all product categories

• \tDrive process improvements, business scalability, and seek opportunities to enhance division/brand impact

• \tElevate standards for design, product quality, and customer satisfaction

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• \tBachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, or a related field

• \t5+ years of experience in a creative & design role, with required handbags and footwear expertise

• \tStrong proficiency in design and presentation tools (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software

• \tFluency in technical design drawing, including hardware development and full-size product renderings

• \tDetailed, hands-on experience with prototype commenting, virtual and in-person

• \tIntuitive understanding of production cycle timelines and development calendars

• \tOrganized with the ability to prioritize multiple projects

• \tFluency in Retail Math and demonstrated business acumen

• \tProactive problem-solving skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• \tOnline retail experience

• \tStrong analytical skills, including the ability to distill, synthesize, and draw conclusions using large amounts of data

• \tExperience working in a digitally driven, globally decentralized environment utilizing virtual communication tools

• \tExposure to 3D modeling and 3D prototyping

• \tKnowledge of global supply chain and regulatory requirements

• \tFamiliarity with factory evaluations and assessing fit for purpose

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company's reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $108,400/year in our lowest geographic market up to $185,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

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