Design Director jobs in Kansas City, MO

Design Director directs and oversees CAE technical and team capability to support product, component, or structure design. Provides expertise and technical leadershipfor benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, testing protocols, and optimization utilizing CAE design and analysis techniques and tools. Being a Design Director develops and optimizes CAE methodology, including guidelines and standards, to increase design process efficiency. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Design Director typically reports to senior management. The Design Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Design Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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New Business Acquisition Specialist / Account Director (North Kansas City)
  • InStore Design Display
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • Location: Prefer In Office - North Kansas City, hybrid remote work arrangements are possible.

    The Opportunity:

    InStore Design Display is seeking a dynamic and results-driven individual to join our team as a New Business Acquisition Specialist/Account Director. As we continue to expand our presence in the retail creative design production space, we are looking for a proactive professional who thrives on identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities.

    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities through targeted prospecting and outreach efforts.
    • Execute strategic initiatives to expand the client base within shopper marketing agencies, consumer electronics, health and beauty, pet, wine and spirits, and CPG brands.
    • Utilize a variety of engagement tactics, including cold calling, personalized video outreach, and networking, to establish connections with key decision-makers.
    • Lead the end-to-end sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation and closure, while consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
    • Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery for new clients.

    Required Qualifications:

    • 5 years of proven success in new business acquisition and sales leadership roles.
    • Track record of exceeding sales quotas and driving revenue growth in competitive markets.
    • Experience in cultivating relationships with CPG shopper marketing teams and retail buyers.
    • Proficiency in utilizing CRM platforms and sales automation tools to manage leads and track sales activities.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Familiarity with launching retail marketing programs in mass, specialty, and drug retail environments, including Target, Walmart, Ulta, and Sephora.
    • Prior experience with long sales cycles and relationship-driven sales strategies.
    • Experience with HubSpot.
    • Certification or training in sales methodologies such as Sandler Sales.

    About InStore Design Display:

    InStore Design Display (IDD) is a collaborative ensemble of commercial retail marketing visionaries, including creatives, builders, graphic artists, engineers and prototypers, production experts, fulfillment specialists, and seasoned sales executives, each dedicated to shaping unparalleled in-store experiences. At IDD, we believe every brand deserves an expert to guide and elevate their in-store experience—it’s what drives us and our client experience.

    We put to work our rich tapestry of expertise to meticulously craft retail marketing solutions that resonate with CPG brands, agency partners, and renowned retailers such as Walmart, Target, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Bass Pro Shops, Petco, Ulta, CVS, and many others. At IDD, we share a commitment to innovation, creativity, and excellence, ensuring that every in-store encounter leaves a lasting impression.

    Culture:

    • Receptive and forward-thinking leadership (our doors are always open)
    • Hardworking, self-starters, entrepreneurial, minimal oversite (we trust our team)
    • Clear career and compensation path (we want you to excel)

    Our Core Values:

    • Get Sh*t Done Mentality
    • Open and Honest Communication
    • Diverse Knowledge and Expertise
    • Unwavering Dedication
    • Evolving Ingenuity

    Compensation:

    Compensation for this position will be a combination of base salary of $60,000 to $90,000 plus commission with year one earning potential of over $150,000. The projected compensation range (e.g., salary plus performance incentive) for this individual will be competitive and in accordance with the background and experience of the selected candidate. Compensation is supplemented by a benefits package that includes a 401(k) program, PTO based on experience, major medical, life insurance, short term disability insurance, etc. Some benefits require tenure prior to being eligible. The sales and marketing team offices out of Kansas City. Ideally the candidate will be in the Midwest region, but remote work arrangements are possible anywhere in the country.

    Our company firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, sex, color, creed, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Compensation package:

    • Bonus opportunities
    • Commission pay

    Experience level:

    • 5 years

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Application Question(s):

    • Do you have experience calling into CPG brands?

    Experience:

    • demonstrated prospecting: 5 years (Required)

    Willingness to travel:

    • 25% (Required)

    Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kansas City, MO 64116

  • 18 Days Ago

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Design Build Project Design Director
  • HNTB
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • What We're Looking For The time is right to join HNTB’s growing Design Build (DB) Organization! We are seeking candidates for a DB Project Design Director position with demonstrated experience on fast...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Behavior By Design
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR,PART_TIME
  • Full Job Description: Behavior By Design is a renowned provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at-home therapy services for individuals with diverse needs. We are actively seeking passionate and d...
  • 10 Days Ago

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E-Commerce Associate Lead
  • Altair Design
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • We are a rapidly growing bathroom furniture company dedicated to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service to our clients. We are currently seeking a proactive and customer-focu...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • Behavior By Design
  • Independence, MO PART_TIME,CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • ```Job Overview:```As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Behavior By Design, you will work directly with clients in their homes, implementing behavior intervention programs under the supervisio...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Technical Project Manager
  • Engenious Design
  • Kansas, MO FULL_TIME
  • The Engenious Technical Project Manager traverses multiple disciplines advancing the project by all possible means. Efficiency might be their middle name. They are a 10 on the attention-to-detail scal...
  • 6 Days Ago

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CT/XR Technologist - Medical Imaging UH/TMC (8:30p.m.-7:00a.m. Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat)
  • Truman Medical Centers
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must ap...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residency Coordinator
  • Truman Medical Centers
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must ap...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Creative Artist - Apparel Graphic Designer
  • Camp David Inc.
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Job Description Job Description Creative Artist / Graphic Designer To design and execute creative projects from concept-...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Manager- Grandview Area
  • The Judge Group
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Welcome to our Team Member career opportunity section. Here you can view our current job openings and apply for position...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Technology Specialist (Carbon Capture) - Energy (Kansas City)
  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **Description** The Technology Specialist will be heavily engaged in working with a focused team to support Burns & McDo...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Finance Manager
  • TranSystems Corporation
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Overview: We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering New...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Staff Technology Specialist (Carbon Capture Technology) - Energy
  • Burns & McDonnell
  • Kansas City, MO
  • **Description** The Energy global practice at Burns & McDonnell provides a multidisciplinary approach to power solutions...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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i-team Director
  • Johns Hopkins University
  • Kansas City, MO
  • i-team Director Bloomberg Center of Public Innovation Kansas City, MO Overview The Bloomberg Center for Public Innovatio...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in 2017, making it the 37th most-populous city in the United States. It is the central city of the Kansas City metropolitan area, which straddles the Kansas–Missouri state line. Kansas City was founded in the 1830s as a Missouri River port at its confluence with the Kansas River coming in from the west. On June 1, 1850 the town of Kansas was incorporated; shortly after came the establishment of the Kansas Territory. Confusion between the two ensued...
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Income Estimation for Design Director jobs
$161,173 to $227,083
Kansas City, Missouri area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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