Ph3Product Design Team Leader – Consumer Devices (Milan, Italy | Onsite) /h3 h3About the Role /h3 pOur client is a global technology leader with a strong focus on innovation in consumer electronics and smart devices. As part of their European design hub in Milan, they are building a forward-thinking design ecosystem to shape the next generation of products. /p pThey are now seeking a bProduct Design Team Leader /b to drive future vision, concept development, and design strategy across a range of consumer devices including smartphones, wearables, and emerging smart products. /p pThis is a highly strategic role combining bdesign leadership, trend research, and conceptual innovation /b, with strong influence on global product direction. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead research into emerging technologies, materials, and design trends to identify future product opportunities /li liDevelop forward-looking product concepts exploring new form factors, user interactions, and design languages /li liTranslate insights into clear design strategies and frameworks /li liCreate high-level design concepts and visual narratives to communicate product vision /li liDrive innovation in CMF (Colour, Material, Finish) and sensory design /li liExplore sustainable and next-generation materials and design approaches /li liLead and develop a team of designers, fostering a strong creative culture /li liCollaborate closely with global product, engineering, and UX teams /li liInfluence stakeholders through compelling storytelling and presentations /li /ul h3Market Trend Analysis /h3 ul liAnalyse consumer behaviour, competitor products, and industry trends /li liBring cross-industry inspiration (fashion, mobility, architecture, digital experiences) into product design /li liEngage with external partners including design studios, suppliers, and research institutions /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liMaster’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field /li li8+ years of experience in product/industrial design, ideally within consumer electronics or similar industries /li liProven experience in bdesign strategy, concept development, and future visioning /b /li liMinimum 2 years of team leadership experience /li /ul h3Skills /h3 ul liStrong conceptual thinking and ability to translate ideas into compelling design directions /li liExperience with CMF design and material innovation /li liProficiency in design tools such as Rhino, KeyShot, Adobe Creative Suite (or similar) /li liStrong visual storytelling and presentation skills /li /ul h3Personal Profile /h3 ul liStrategic, forward-thinking, and highly creative mindset /li liStrong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders /li liPassion for pushing design boundaries and shaping future products /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr