CMF Designer Running (Global)

About the job

Mizuno Running is growing! We're building the next chapter of our running business with focus, energy and long term ambition. Join us and play a meaningful role in where we are headed.

Aligned with FPD direction and HQ XPD design direction, in this role you will contribute to the growth and profitability of Mizuno’s Global Performance Running footwear business unit by creating innovative color, material, and finish (CMF) design solutions that elevate product identity, strengthen consumer appeal, and support the brand’s global strategy

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Develop seasonal color and material concepts for global and regional running footwear lines, aligned with Mizuno’s brand direction.

• Research global market and consumer trends to build seasonal palettes and storytelling themes.

• Create and deliver tech-packs with clear CMF specifications for development and production teams.

• Present and communicate seasonal CMF direction to global stakeholders.

• Collaborate closely with planning, development, sourcing, and design teams to ensure execution quality.

• Provide reports and insights on:

  • Design trends

  • Consumer and retailer insights

  • Competitor activity
    

• Hold monthly update meetings with manager to share progress and align on priorities

About you

• Graduate-level education.

• Strong understanding of global and European business dynamics.

• Advanced IT and design skills (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Deep knowledge of footwear construction, materials, and production timelines.

• +3 years of relevant industry experience in CMF or footwear design.

• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.

• Expertise in color theory, application, and placement.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and think logically.

• Global mindset and ability to adapt to multicultural environments.

What we offer

• A dynamic role within a successful and established international Sports brand.

• A salary matching the level of the role and good secondary conditions.

• A role for 40 hours per week, flexible working hours.

• Hybrid working (per week 4 days in office +1 day per week from home)

• Space for talent and personal development.

• International work environment with ambitious colleagues.

• Being part of a group of people who are working towards the same goal: grow the brand as big as possible, without losing the high-quality standards and philosophy out of sight!