Cmf And Brand Design Manager

gmstcatharines.ca

Shanghai, China
Onsite
Cmf design for interiors and exteriors
Cross-functional collaboration
On-site work in shanghai
The CMF and Brand Design Manager role at GM in Shanghai, China, requires a seasoned professional to develop color, material, and finish strategies for automotive programs tailored to the Chinese market. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in CMF design, particularly within premium or luxury sectors, and be capable of cross-functional collaboration to ensure brand alignment and quality

Job Summary

  • The CMF and Brand Design Manager leads the development and delivery of color, material and finish (CMF) strategies for interior and exterior vehicle programs for the China market.
  • This role balances premium brand expression, China customer expectations, and technical feasibility, ensuring vehicles in China achieve outstanding perceived quality and a distinctive luxury identity.
  • General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging.

Matching Summary

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The CMF and Brand Design Manager role at GM in Shanghai, China, requires a seasoned professional to develop color, material, and finish strategies for automotive programs tailored to the Chinese market. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in CMF design, particularly within premium or luxury sectors, and be capable of cross-functional collaboration to ensure brand alignment and quality.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • CMF design for interiors and exteriors
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • On-site work in Shanghai
  • Automotive materials and processes knowledge
  • Program ownership and delivery
  • Design tools proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with EV programs
  • China market understanding
  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • Business-level English and Mandarin
  • Global leadership collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in design-related field
  • Experience in automotive or luxury CMF design
  • Strong portfolio with CMF work
  • Proven structured program environment experience
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and visualization tools
  • Business-level English; Mandarin preferred

Work Rights

Must be eligible for local hire in China

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