Director of Product and Design

About the role

The Director of Product and Design will own the full product lifecycle for Kraymer Art’s anime‑inspired jewelry, watches, purses and fashion accessories. Reporting directly to the founder, this senior leader balances creative vision with commercial viability to ensure timely launches and strong margins.

Key responsibilities

• Define and manage the product roadmap across all categories, planning monthly and quarterly launches, including anime collection drops.
• Lead, mentor and provide rapid feedback to the design team, keeping the pipeline moving efficiently.
• Translate founder direction and brand standards into clear product briefs, approvals and decisions.
• Assess each concept for commercial potential, pricing, target segment and production feasibility.
• Leverage customer feedback, ad performance, sales data, reviews, returns and competitor research to prioritize future products.
• Monitor social media trends and cultural moments to inform the product calendar.
• Identify expansion opportunities rooted in anime fandom knowledge and audience behavior.
• Review CAD files for structural issues and evaluate material, construction and risk factors before sampling.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in product development and design, preferably within fashion or accessories.
• Strong commercial instincts with a track record of launching profitable product lines.
• Deep understanding of anime culture and its fanbase.
• Excellent decision‑making ability, balancing creative quality with business performance.

Required skills

• CAD proficiency