Manager, CMF Development

Stanley 1913•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Stanley 1913 is seeking a Senior Color, Material and Finish Development Manager to lead Color Material Finish (CMF) Development and Production Art execution across Softgoods and Hardgoods product categories. The role serves as a player-coach for the CMF Development team and works closely with CMF Development leaders, the CMF Design Manager, Industrial Design & Innovation, Product Management, and Supply Chain. The position reports directly to the Director of Color Material Finish Studio. The manager ensures CMF work reinforces Stanley 1913’s creative vision, brand standards, product strategy, innovation, and operational excellence. The role oversees development workflows, timelines, deliverables, PLM data, samples, and production-art execution, while partnering with manufacturing and internal teams to resolve challenges and support product development, prototyping, and innovation. The role also leads, mentors, and develops CMF Developers and Production Artists and supports an inclusive, collaborative studio culture. The position requires travel to the APAC region approximately twice annually for onsite development activities. Candidates must have superior discrimination on the Farnsworth Munsell Hue 100 test. Stanley 1913 offers eligible full-time employees an annual bonus based on company and individual results, personalized time off, 14 paid holidays, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and other benefits. The stated base salary range is $140,000–$160,000 USD.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in Color Material Finish Development, including global manufacturing experience.
At least 5 years of experience as a people manager.
CMF Development experience with both Hardgoods and Softgoods.
Demonstrated experience leading sophisticated CMF Development programs in cross-functional product development environments.
Strong understanding of color, materials, finishes, decoration methods, and on-product artwork application for Hardgoods and Softgoods.
Ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and partners simultaneously.
Strong decision-making grounded in brand-led product design and supply chain capabilities.
Strategic, consumer-focused, and logistics-inclusive solutioning skills.
Excellent visual and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Collaborative, organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Comfort with iterative, test-and-learn development and systems enhancement processes.
Flexibility and adaptability to the evolving needs of a growing brand.
Proficiency in PLM systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
Digital color management experience, including the ability to use and interpret spectral data.
Ability to travel if required.
Superior discrimination on the Farnsworth Munsell Hue 100 test.

Nice To Haves

Experience with soft goods construction methods and documentation.

Responsibilities

Lead CMF Development and Production Art execution across Softgoods and Hardgoods, ensuring alignment with Stanley 1913’s creative vision, brand standards, and product strategy.
Translate CMF Design intent across Inline, Express Lane, Partnerships, and Collaborations in partnership with CMF Design, Product Management, and Supply Chain.
Oversee CMF development workflows, timelines, deliverables, and PLM data to ensure visibility, accuracy, and alignment throughout the product development process.
Partner with manufacturing and internal teams to resolve development challenges, mitigate risk, and support new product development, prototyping, and innovation.
Improve CMF standards, commercialization processes, digital color systems, PLM tools, workflows, documentation, and SOPs.
Lead sample reviews and manage development samples, seasonal storage, and archives.
Lead, mentor, and develop CMF Developers and Production Artists while fostering an inclusive, collaborative CMF Studio culture.
Travel to the APAC region approximately twice annually to support onsite development activities.