Stanley 1913

Stanley 1913

Senior Manager, CMF Development

Seattle, WA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 36 days ago
ExpressProduct ManagementExcelSupply ChainProcess ImprovementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • The Stanley 1913 brand has fueled the human experience since the iconic Stanley vacuum bottle revolutionized the way people enjoyed food and beverage.
  • This position reports to the Director of CMF Studio.
  • The role includes leading as a player-coach and leading the entire CMF Development and Production Art process across Softgoods and Hardgoods categories.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end CMF Development and Production Art execution across product categories, ensuring alignment with brand standards, creative intent, and product strategy.
  • Drive the translation of CMF Build intent into manufacturable solutions across Inline, Express Lane, Partnerships, and Collaborations.
  • Partner closely with CMF Build, Product Management, Innovation, and Supply Chain to enable seamless integration across the product lifecycle.
  • Maintain strong communication with vendors, suppliers, and factory partners throughout development.
  • Own CMF Development workflows, timelines, and deliverables-driving visibility, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead and support improvements to PLM systems, digital color workflows, and CMF toolsets.
  • Establish feedback loops across Build, Product, and Supply Chain to ensure alignment and mitigate production risks.
  • Lead sample organization, archiving, and seasonal tracking.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of CMF Developers and Production Artists.
  • Set clear priorities, manage workloads, and align the team to both near-term deliverables and long-term strategy.

Requirements

  • Experience & Expertise
  • 10+ years of experience in CMF Development within global product development and manufacturing environments.
  • 5+ years of people leadership experience, including team development and performance management.
  • Expertise across both Hardgoods and Softgoods CMF Development.
  • Deep knowledge of materials, finishes, decoration techniques, and on-product artwork application.
  • Strong proficiency in PLM systems and digital color management (including spectral data interpretation).
  • Experience with sample planning, BOM creation, and factory communication.
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
  • Customer-centered with a deep knowledge of brand, product, and supply chain elements.

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with softgoods construction methods is a plus.

Compensation

  • Travel to APAC for on-site development activities (approximately 2x annually).

Company info

  • Stanley 1913 - Built for Life® since 1913.
  • The Stanley 1913 brand has fueled the human experience since the iconic Stanley vacuum bottle revolutionized the way people enjoyed food and beverage. Today, our colorful and thoughtfully designed products including the popular Quencher ™ series go beyond function, elevating everyday moments with style and empowering active lifestyles. We're a community of creators, builders, and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products for a better life and world that minimiz e s our impact on the planet. Learn more at www.stanley1913.com.
  • Position Overview
  • We are looking for a Senior Manager, Color, Material & Finish (CMF) Development to join the Stanley 1913 brand. This position reports to the Director of CMF Studio. The role includes leading as a player-coach and leading the entire CMF Development and Production Art process across Softgoods and Hardgoods categories.
  • This leader collaborates across departments including CMF Design, Industrial Design & Innovation, Product Management, and Supply Chain to transform creative vision into scalable, production-ready results.
  • You will be accountable for operational excellence, process optimization, and team leadership, ensuring CMF consistency, innovation, and quality throughout the product portfolio.
  • This is a hybrid role based in Seattle, WA.
  • Today, our colorful and thoughtfully designed products including the popular Quencher ™ series go beyond function, elevating everyday moments with style and empowering active lifestyles.
  • We're a community of creators, builders, and inventors who believe in creating sustainable products for a better life and world that minimiz e s our impact on the planet.
  • Learn more at www.stanley1913.com.
  • We are looking for a Senior Manager, Color, Material & Finish (CMF) Development to join the Stanley 1913 brand.
  • CMF Development Leadership & Execution
  • Establish clear development plans, sample strategies, and quality standards to ensure product integrity and timely delivery.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership
  • Act as a central link among creative, technical, and operational groups, guaranteeing clarity, alignment, and accountability.
  • Process, Tools & Operational Excellence
  • Ensure accurate BOM creation, development tracking, and documentation within PLM.
  • Sampling, Quality & Risk Management
  • Coordinate sample development, reviews, and approvals-proactively identifying risks and driving solutions.
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