Role Overview :
The Assistant Design Manager for the Nykaa Web Com team will oversee the design aspects of the Nykaa e-commerce platform, ensuring a seamless, engaging, and user-friendly shopping experience. This role involves managing a team of designers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high standards of visual and interaction design.
Job Description :
1. Team Leadership and Management: - Lead and mentor a team of UI/UX designers, graphic designers, and other design professionals. - Foster a creative and collaborative work environment. - Conduct regular team meetings, reviews, and provide constructive feedback.
2. Design Strategy and Execution: - Develop and implement design strategies aligned with the overall business objectives. - Ensure the design team produces high-quality, on-brand design solutions. - Oversee the creation of wireframes, prototypes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups.
3. Collaboration and Communication: - Work closely with product managers, developers, marketers, and other stakeholders to ensure the design meets user needs and business goals. - Present design concepts and solutions to senior management and other stakeholders. - Ensure clear communication and documentation of design decisions and guidelines.
4. User Experience and Interface Design: - Ensure the user experience is intuitive, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing across all digital touchpoints. - Conduct usability testing and gather user feedback to refine and improve designs. - Stay updated with the latest design trends, technologies, and best practices.
5. Project Management: - Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines. - Allocate resources effectively and monitor the progress of design projects. - Resolve any issues that may arise during the design process.
6. Quality Assurance: - Ensure all design output is consistent with Nykaa’s brand guidelines and quality standards. - Conduct regular design reviews and audits. - Maintain design documentation and assets for future reference and use.
Knowledge and Skill / Qualification Requirements :
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- 4-6 years of experience in design, with strong portfolio showcasing expertise in web and mobile design.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, and prototyping tools like InVision or Marvel.
- Excellent understanding of user-centered design principles and practices.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in the fashion e-commerce industry.
