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We are searching for a Sr. Professional, Footwear Color Development to focus on and elevate UA Color Development for Footwear products. The Sr. Professional will focus on Footwear but will also have opportunities to touch all parts of the brand and have access to the latest technologies and innovations. This is an opportunity to be part of a great success story, as Under Armour builds and grows our legacy.

Key Responsibilities

Superior color discrimination skills, demonstrated through a required FM100 color vision assessment.

• • Digital FM100 test completed during the interview process.
  • Physical FM100 test required upon hire and every six months thereafter.

Strong understanding of color science and color measurement technologies, including:

• • • Spectrophotometers
    • Lightboxes
    • Color standards and testing tools

Knowledge of the color development lifecycle, including:

• • Lab dips
  • Bulk lot approvals
  • Color review and approval processes

Experience working with non-apparel components such as:

• • Footwear
  • Trims
  • Hardgoods
  • Other component materials (highly preferred)

Proficiency with enterprise software systems, including PLM platforms and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.

Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet multiple deadlines.

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally to supplier facilities and Under Armour offices as required.

Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in:

• • Apparel Design
  • Fashion Merchandising
  • Material Development
  • Or a related field

Alternatively, equivalent experience in:

• • Footwear Development
  • Material Development
  • Trim Development
  • Color Development

Minimum 4+ years of relevant industry experience.

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week. 

Sponsorship Eligibility: UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

• No relocation provided

 $65,000.00-$90,000.00 USD

Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.