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Job Title: Product Developer II, Footwear - Teva/Ahnu
Reports to: Senior Manager, Product Development – Emerging Brands
Location: Goleta, CA - Hybrid
The Role
As a Product Developer II - Footwear, you will manage the product creation process from the brief stage and design through final prototyping and salesman samples. You will provide technical information and support to the product team.
We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.
Your Impact
Manage the product creation process from brief stage and design through final prototyping and salesman samples.
Problem-solve design tech packages for potential construction, material, fit & wear, or cost concerns.
Generate and maintain correct Bill of Materials (BOM) for all projects.
Review and evaluate project status with the product creation and development teams, focusing on patterns, mold processes, materials, pricing, yield & cost analysis, manufacturing processes, and end-use performance.
Lead product teardowns of samples or competitor products to evaluate construction, comfort, or cost concerns.
Proactively problem-solve by identifying issues and presenting solution options to product team.
Provide PLMs/product design with alternatives in constructions, materials, costing, duties, etc.
Review technical drawings, lab tests, patterns, components, and lasts to identify issues.
Plan and execute development projects according to critical timelines and pre-planned dates.
Lead and facilitate timely creation, delivery, and approval of all relevant technical information (shell patterns, 2D’s, 3D’s, lasts, patterns, blue-prints, cost sheets, etc.).
Manage the diagnosis of fit/wear and commercialization issues and ensure that product offerings are proven and tested successfully commercialized and mass production.
Manage sample delivery to ensure all meeting dates are hit.
Manage and execute timely approval of production confirmation samples to ensure a smooth transition into commercialization.
Strive for continuous improvement in production through periodic examination of defective returns.
Proactively seek, evaluate, and monitor new technologies relevant to the industry.
Travel to development factories and trade shows, as necessary.
Assist in training new team members.
Who You Are
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
5-8 years' experience in the footwear industry.
Experience in building product specifications.
Working knowledge of material applications for product use.
Understanding of material applications for product use.
Knowledge of product constructions.
Proficiency in Microsoft and Adobe applications.
Understanding of product development with the ability to mentor junior team members.
Experience with FlexPLM or similar system.
Capability to use the tools of the trade including calipers, hardness gauge, tape measure, profile gauge, Brannock device, etc.
Advocates for team members and ensures they are heard.
Shows curiosity and interest in the unique skills, experiences, and world views of teammates and learns from them.
Tries to understand others before jumping to conclusions or dismissing their views.
Actively looks for ways to help and support each other.
Leverages opportunities to learn something new.
What We'll Give You –
- Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
- Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
- Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
- Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
- Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
- Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
$105,000 - $110,000
The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in our Goleta, CA location. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.
Top Skills
Deckers Brands Goleta, California, USA Office
250 Coromar Drive, Goleta, CA, United States, 93117
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