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Director, Footwear Product Development
San Francisco, CA
$187k-$227k / year
full-timemanagerretail
💼 About This Role
You'll lead and scale the end-to-end development of sustainable footwear for a brand that transforms plastic bottles into wardrobe staples. You'll set development strategy, drive margin discipline, and ensure product excellence from prototyping through commercialization.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Lead modernization of footwear development operating model
- Align product development strategy with brand goals and sustainability
- Optimize global footwear development calendar and enforce milestones
- Drive margin discipline through cost breakdowns and factory negotiations
📋 Requirements
- 12+ years of footwear product development experience including leadership roles
- Degree in biomechanics, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
- Deep knowledge of footwear construction, materials, tooling, testing, and costing
- Proven ability to improve cost and lead times with global manufacturing partners
✨ Nice to Have
- Experience implementing digital development tools and PLM systems
- Advanced knowledge of last development and brand fit standards
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 🎁 Generous paid time off
- 💰 401k matching
- 🏥 Comprehensive health insurance
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