Company Overview

Reliance Retail, established in 2006, is India's largest and fastest-growing retail giant with a diversified omni-channel presence across integrated store concepts and digital platforms. With over 15,000 stores, it serves a vast customer base, offering superior quality products and an exceptional shopping experience. Leveraging its strong supply chain, technology, and a skilled workforce, Reliance Retail continuously innovates and grows through strategic partnerships, enhancing its presence in various sectors including fashion and lifestyle.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Designer Footwear to join our dynamic team at Reliance Retail, located in Bangalore Urban. This full-time role requires expertise in designing and developing footwear with a focus on sports shoes. The ideal candidate should possess experience in fitting, line sheet development, and sample development and will play a key role in conceptualizing innovative designs and improving existing footwear lines.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a sports shoe designer with a deep understanding of footwear design processes and trends.
• Ability to develop showback samples that meet high-quality standards and reflect current fashion and industry trends.
• Strong acumen in fitting, ensuring that footwear provides comfort and meets ergonomic standards.
• Proficiency in footwear design, encompassing all stages from concept to final product realization.
• Experience in line sheet development to effectively communicate design concepts to team and stakeholders.
• Creative ability to conceptualize sports shoe designs that are both innovative and functional.
• Skill in utilizing various materials, including molds, to influence design choices and footwear aesthetics.
• A collaborative mindset to work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing and production, to align design visions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the design process for new sports footwear collections, from initial concept stages through to production-ready samples.
• Collaborate with product development teams to translate design ideas into physical products that meet market demands.
• Participate in research to stay informed about the latest trends, materials, and competitor products in the footwear industry.
• Conduct fittings and make adjustments to designs to optimize comfort, performance, and style of footwear products.
• Prepare and present line sheets and product concepts to management and stakeholders for feedback and approval.
• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure the timely and cost-effective production of designs.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering an environment of creativity and collaboration.
• Ensure all designs align with Reliance Retail's brand values and strategic goals while appealing to target markets.