Cmf Experience Designer

Job Posting TitleCMF Experience DesignerThe challengeAn exciting opportunity has arisen to contribute to Haier Europe.The Company is on a journey to achieve ambitious growth and leadership objectives in the region, and we are seeking someone passionate, proactive, self-driven, and motivated to join a team of open-minded individuals.We are looking for someone who embodies the Company's core behaviors, based on our Own It model: Zero Distance, Agility, Entrepreneurship, Ecosystem and Build Trust.A true change agent who acts with integrity, collaborates across boundaries, adapts quickly, takes initiative and keeps users at the center — fostering an open, innovative, and high-performing environment.What you will doWe are seeking a talented CMF Experience Designer to join our team at the Milan Experience Design Centre.The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and developing innovative and global color, material, and finish (CMF) strategies and solutions that harmonize within home environments while standing out in expressive brand and communication spaces.These solutions will enhance the overall product and spatial experience offering while remaining aligned with the company's brand identity.The CMF Experience Designer will collaborate closely with architects, interior designers (internal and external), and multidisciplinary colleagues within the MED and NED team—including industrial, spatial, and interaction designers—as well as with cross-functional partners in Marketing, Brand, R&D and Manufacturing, on a local and global level to ensure that design intent is consistently carried through from concept to production.The CMF Experience Designer will actively collaborate and strengthen the relationship with Qingdao CMF Team, synching Strategy and scouting with sourcing development/testing and production execution.Key ResponsibilitiesSet Up, curate, organize, and manage the Material Library as a central resource for the design team.Define short- and long-term strategic CMF directions that strengthen brand identity across both Space and Product experiences.Research and analyze color, material, and finish (CMF) trends across industries, including interior design, automotive, and consumer electronics, on a local and global base.Support the creation of visualizations, presentations, and storytelling assets to effectively communicate CMF directions to stakeholders.Partner with suppliers and with HQD team to explore, test, and validate innovative materials, coatings, and finishes that balance aesthetics, performance, usability, sustainability, and cost.Translate CMF strategies with Qingdao Team into applicable and manufacturable global and local solutions tailored to our industry and product portfolios.Develop and present CMF mood boards, palettes, and narratives that inspire and guide product development.Specify CMF details and create design guidelines, specifications, and prototypes for internal teams and suppliers.Ensure CMF execution is consistent, high quality, and aligned with brand values across the entire product and spatial portfolio.Collaborate closely on a global scale with industrial designers, UI/UX designers, interior designers and engineers, to integrate CMF solutions seamlessly into product design and Communication Spaces activities.What you need to succeedMust haveStrong portfolio showcasing CMF Strategy, innovation and development experience and trend research, presentation, and storytelling skillsKnowledge of CMF specification systems and supplier collaboration.Strong sense of aesthetics, detail, and craftsmanshipSolid understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., plastics, metals, coatings, textiles, composites)Hands-on prototyping, material sampling, and finish testing skillsEducation: Master degree in Industrial Design, CMF Design, Interior Design.Professional experience: proven experience (2-5 years) in CMF design for consumer products, automotive, interior or related industries.Language: Fluency in English and Italian.Chinese Language is a plusSoft skillsStrong Brand & Communication sensitivityAbility to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional and multi-cultural environment and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyTechnical SkillsProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, KeyShot, Rhino, or similar visualization toolsNice to have: Experiences at the intersection of physical and digital design#LI-MV1Haier Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.#J-*****-Ljbffr