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Design Director

Artistic Tile k

Secaucus, NJ

Feb 3
Job Description

Design Director – Tile & Stone Industry

Travel: International travel required
Schedule: In-person role with weekend work as needed
Salary Range - $145k to $175K

Position Overview
We are seeking a Design Director to lead our creative vision and product development efforts. This role requires a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of tile and stone design, manufacturing processes, and global sourcing. The ideal candidate must be hands-on to oversee design initiatives, work closely with overseas vendors to maintain our high standards, and ensure that each product meets aesthetic and functional expectations.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead Product Design & Development: Drive creative direction for new tile and stone
collections, ensuring designs align with market trends and company standards.
• Vendor Collaboration: Work closely with international manufacturers to develop and refine products, ensuring quality, pricing, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Quality Control: Implement rigorous quality assurance measures to maintain the brand’s reputation for excellence.
• Retail Showroom Oversight: Manage and guide the retail design team responsible for keeping our showrooms updated with the latest products and designs, ensuring a visually engaging and trend-forward customer experience.
• Market Research & Trend Analysis: Stay ahead of design trends and materials innovations to inform product development strategies.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with marketing, sales, and production teams to bring designs from concept to market. Present design presentations to our sales people and customers.
• International Travel: Frequent travel required to oversee production, manage vendor relationships, and source new materials.
• Adaptability: Weekend and off-hour work may be necessary based on project deadlines and travel schedules.

Qualifications & Experience
• Experience: Minimum 7-10 years in highly artistic design in tile, stone, or surface material design, with a strong portfolio of successful product launches.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing techniques, and international production processes.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead design teams and collaborate with cross-functional departments.
• Communication & Negotiation: Strong ability to communicate and negotiate with vendors, ensuring quality and design expectations are met. Must be highly organized and numerate to support the business of design
• Software Proficiency: Experience with design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite) is required.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel internationally and work weekends as needed.

Why Join Us?
• Work with a passionate, high-performing team in a dynamic and creative environment.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in the tile and stone industry.
• Engage in international travel and collaboration with top global vendors.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a visionary design leader with a passion for high-quality tile and stone products, we’d love to hear from you!

Artistic Tile

We are a leading luxury tile and stone company dedicated to delivering high-quality, beautifully crafted products to our clients. Our team collaborates with top vendors and manufacturers worldwide to develop innovative designs that set industry trends while maintaining the highest quality standards.