Director of Product Design
ABOUT SORTLY
Sortly is a simple, multi-device inventory management solution. Our visual & intuitive approach to inventory enables thousands of SMBs and teams within iconic corporations, government entities, music bands & sports teams to stay on top of their consumables, assets, and material things. With over 8,000 five-star ratings in the App Store and a net promoter score greater than 55, our impressive growth has primarily been driven by organic sources and word of mouth. We are profitable, financially independent, and primed to scale within our $20B market! We are proudly a distributed and remote-first company since inception with teams across 4 countries.
OUR VALUES
Real - We lead with authenticity, show transparency through being honest and clear, and take accountability by owning our actions and outcomes.
Inspiring - We think big, empower others to achieve their best, and celebrate wins by recognizing large and small contributions.
Smart - We demonstrate First Principles thinking by always asking “why” and seek to understand deeply, embrace growth mindset and drive decisions with data.
Empathetic - We are humble and listen with an open mind, show up mentally and emotionally to make others feel valued, and consider how our actions impact others.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Director of Product Design is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing Sortly’s design vision across its product portfolio. This role drives user-centered design excellence, simplifies complex workflows, and builds a high-performing design team to deliver exceptional user experiences for small businesses and enterprises.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Design Leadership & Strategy
- Define and drive Sortly’s design vision, strategy, and standards aligned with business goals.
- Champion user-centered design through research, workflow analysis, and design thinking.
- Partner with product and engineering leaders to align design with product strategy and technical architecture.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality user experiences across all products.
Team Building & Development
- Build, mentor, and scale a world-class product design team.
- Recruit top talent, define career paths, and foster a collaborative, craft-focused culture.
- Allocate resources strategically across initiatives and set clear performance expectations.
Execution & Collaboration
- Oversee end-to-end design quality, design system development, and UX consistency.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success.
- Present design strategy and work to executives and stakeholders.
User Research & Insights
- Lead user research and usability testing to uncover customer needs and pain points.
- Use data and insights to inform design decisions and drive product improvements.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and the competitive landscape.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years in product design, including 2+ years in leadership roles.
- Proven success designing B2B SaaS products; experience in operations, productivity, or workflow tools preferred.
- Experience building and managing design teams.
- Strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design and business impact.
- Proficiency in Figma and other modern design/prototyping tools.
- Skilled in user research, data-driven design, and stakeholder communication.
- Bachelor’s in Design, HCI, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Preferred
- Experience in inventory management, supply chain, or operations software.
- Mobile-first and responsive web design expertise.
- Familiarity with design systems and front-end development constraints.
- SaaS growth-stage experience and small business workflow knowledge.
WHY JOIN SORTLY
- Opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team
- A culture that fosters innovation, growth, and collaboration
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Chance to make a significant impact on the future of inventory management
- Annual off-site retreats
- Home office stipend
- 401k match
- Yearly learning and development reimbursement
Annual Salary: $170,000 - $215,000
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