Position Title: Principle Colour and Materials Designer Duration: 6 Months FTC Location: Woking - Hybrid (2 days remote)Division: Design Purpose of the Role: Lead Colour & Materials across all programs; delivering to the business' requirements, supporting the CMD Manager with the day to day workload of the Colour and Materials teamCommunicate and progress critical issues to the Colour and Materials ManagerDeputising the CMD managerSupporting the CMD team for all program delivery (senior & juniors)Research market sector, Lifestyles, Design and Social Trends for current and future programmesWork closely with suppliers, developing materials to the Clients' production specificationsLiaise with designers, function groups, marketing and purchasing teams to ensure proposals are to required standardTo represent the Studio/Colour and Materials team at technical/senior meetings as required"Design breath-taking products that tell the visual story of their function". Principal Accountabilities: Direct report to the CMD ManagerCommunicate and progress critical issues to the Chief Designer, Design Operations Manager & Design Director.Define, submit and manage CMD D&D budget (to deliver G0-G4)Carry out appraisals as required (specifically junior and senior designers).Work within the wider Design, CAS, Clay & Engineering teams; to present feasible solutions to Function Group representatives and Senior Management for sign-off.Offer input into the creation and update of design standards & process.Input into Design StrategyPresent & sell Colour & Materials concepts to senior management and up to Executive level.Assist to Instilling the design statement, pillars & principles to create a strong future design identity.Assist in Instilling the Clients' way of thinking through brainstorming/concept development sessions.Support the CMD Team to deliver new Materials and Finishes for all programsCreate C&M programme vision themes and Materials Variant List for all programsCreate and deliver the C&M Design research report and Design Intent Report for all programsSubmit C&M plan for long lead-time parts for all programsComplete inputs to Marketing Features ListCreate & Confirm Trim Level StrategyDeliver Target samples and support Design Quality in delivery of Master Samples for all colours & materialsReconcile design intent, quality & manufacturing feasibility with engineering and commercial requirements. Required Knowledge Skills & Experience: A University Degree in Art and Design or equivalent, with extensive experience as a Colour and Material DesignerDelivered Colour & Materials for programs from G0 to G4.Excellent experience leading and coaching a high-performance team working within tight deadlinesPossessing a high level of self-motivation, people skills, initiative, flexibility and determination to see a task through to completionSolid OEM experience working in a design department of an Automotive companyHighly creative with excellent colour vision, colour harmony and an intuitive understanding of perceived value and craftsmanshipSignificant knowledge of automotive/industrial colours and materials Presentation skills to explain and express design intentionHigh Level of competence in using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Microsoft OfficeStrong project planning/management skills essentialExcellent understanding of Colour & Materials and vehicle design. Personal Attributes: Must possess a genuine passion for pushing the boundaries in Colour and Materials DesignHighly motivated Team player with excellent communication and strong presentation skillsShould be well organised and methodical, with excellent attention to detailWorking exceptionally well under pressure.How to ApplyIf you're interested in applying for this position, submit your application and one of our recruiters will be in touch. If you know anyone that is suitable for the role please visit the below page we offer up to £600 referral fee: https://www.contechs.com/refer Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.