At On, our Material Design team is central to defining the intersection of performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. We are looking for a Lead - Material Designer to join us here at On. In this role you will be responsible for setting the material design vision, driving innovation, and ensuring excellence across product categories. Materials are a key expression of our brand — shaping how products perform, feel, and connect emotionally with consumers. As a Lead Material Designer, you combine deep technical expertise with a strong creative point of view to guide the development of material strategies and narratives at a global level. You lead and inspire teams, influence product direction, and translate cultural, technological, and sustainability insights into forward-thinking material solutions that define On’s future. Your Mission Material Strategy Leadership – Define and drive the long-term material design vision across categories, aligning with brand, product strategy, and business goals. Seasonal Direction Setting – Own and lead seasonal material briefs, ensuring clarity, innovation, and alignment with commercial, sustainability, and margin targets. Creative Direction 3D capabilities are a strong plus. Deep commitment to sustainability, with experience driving responsible material strategies at scale. Strong understanding of competitive landscape, consumer insights, and market dynamics. Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills. Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus. Meet The Team Our Color and Materials Team is a key driver of On’s global product expression and innovation. As a Lead, you play a critical role in shaping not only the output of the team but also its direction, culture, and impact. We bring together diverse expertise across color, materials, and design to create meaningful, high-performance product experiences. Through a highly collaborative and forward-thinking approach, we push boundaries, challenge conventions, and define the future of our brand. What We Offer On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically — to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self‑care for both physical and mental well‑being, so each person is led by purpose. On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr
