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Director, Footwear Product Development

San Francisco, CA

$187k-$227k / year

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💼 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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