Newell Brands Inc

Senior Color Material & Finish Designer

Newell Brands Inc$80K — $110K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in CMF, Industrial Design, Textile, Fashion, Graphic Design, or related field.
  • 4-7 years of CMF experience in consumer products, automotive, fashion, or related industries.
  • Proven track record of global CMF conceptualization and implementation across product categories.
  • Excellent presentation skills in digital, physical, and video formats; ability to influence and inspire.
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, Keyshot, video editing, and CMF visualization tools.
  • Strong understanding of color development, finishes, coatings, and vendor implementation across domestic and international supply chains.
  • Experience with eco-friendly materials and sustainable sourcing practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead global CMF strategy development, translating trend insights into brand-specific directions.
  • Forecast global color, material, and finish trends influenced by fashion and cultural factors.
  • Present trend reports to senior leadership, influencing strategic decisions.
  • Leverage market data to align CMF innovation with brand growth opportunities.
  • Apply advanced CMF expertise across multiple product categories, from concept through production.
  • Develop mood boards and digital renderings to communicate design concepts.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges related to color and finish quality during production stages.

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment across diverse disciplines.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and career growth within the organization.
  • Access to market data and consumer insights to drive innovation.
  • Exposure to a wide range of global brands and products.
  • Focus on sustainability and eco-friendly materials in product development.
Full Job Description
Job ID: 15274

Location: Atlanta, GA

Position Overview:

As a Senior Color, Material, and Finish (CMF) Designer, you will be a creative leader driving CMF strategy across Newell's diverse portfolio of global brands. This role blends trend forecasting, innovation, and market insights to deliver compelling CMF directions that strengthen brand identity and delight consumers worldwide.
You will collaborate across Industrial Design, Graphics, Marketing, Engineering, and Supply Chain, ensuring that CMF strategies are not only trend-forward but also technically feasible and manufacturable. The ideal candidate brings a global perspective, mentors junior designers, and influences stakeholders to position CMF as a competitive advantage for Newell.

Responsibilities:

CMF Strategy & Trend Forecasting
  • Lead global CMF strategy development, translating macro and micro trend insights into actionable brand-specific directions.
  • Forecast global color, material, and finish trends across fashion, consumer, automotive, and cultural influences.
  • Present trend and inspiration reports to senior leadership.
  • Leverage market data and consumer insights to align CMF innovation with brand growth opportunities.


Design Development & Implementation
  • Apply advanced CMF expertise across multiple product categories, from concept through production.
  • Create mood boards, visual stories, and digital renderings (2D/3D, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite, video applications, AI).
  • Develop detailed CMF specification sheets for manufacturing partners and vendors.
  • Maintain and expand Newell's color standards library, including light box and lab validation.
  • Champion new materials, coatings, and finishes that support brand differentiation.
  • Partner with global suppliers to ensure color accuracy, durability, and scalability in mass production.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges around color, gloss, and finish quality during pilot and production stages.
  • Present CMF strategies and concepts to internal stakeholders, influencing product and brand decisions.


Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in CMF, Industrial Design, Textile, Fashion, Graphic Design, or related field.
  • Experience: 4-7 years of CMF experience in consumer products, automotive, fashion, or related industries.
  • Design Expertise: Proven track record of global CMF conceptualization and implementation across product categories.
  • Visual Communication: Excellent presentation skills across digital, physical, and video formats; ability to influence and inspire.
  • Technical Skills: Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, Keyshot, video editing, and CMF visualization tools.
  • Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of color development, finishes, coatings, and vendor implementation across domestic and international supply chains.
  • Sustainability Knowledge: Experience with eco-friendly materials and sustainable sourcing practices.
  • Portfolio: Demonstrated CMF storytelling, conceptualization, and production execution.


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Date Posted: Jul 2, 2026

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Size
32,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$770 million
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
+2.9%
Revenue
$9.3 billion
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