Product Developer - Footwear
Columbia Sportswear CompanySalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Footwear, Sporting GoodsIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, Industrial Design or related field (or suitable combination of education, experience, and training)
- Minimum of 3 years directly applicable work experience
- Proven project management experience, collaboration, and problem-solving skills in a product development setting
- Self-starter, quick learner, clear communicator, team player with strong leadership skills
- Aptitude to gain knowledge of consumer’s footwear needs and solve relevant, impactful problems
- High profile communication and influencing skills, including ability to interact with leadership and cross-functional product creation team members
- Knowledge of footwear manufacturing technologies, equipment, tooling, and materials (highly preferred)
- Understanding of product planning, forecasting, and process planning with strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with key functional partners (Footwear Engineering, Testing, Material Design/Development, Product Design, Management, Merchandising, Sourcing/Operations, overseas partners) throughout the Product Development process
- Report to the Footwear Product Development Director and navigate the Nike matrix to ensure processes match Nike Footwear Development standard methodologies
- Serve as key point of contact for overseas partners, ensuring clear and accurate communication during product development
- Drive product and process excellence within a team environment for assigned projects
- Work on highly complex footwear projects, converting project brief and design rendering into a sample meeting consumer and business needs
- Engage in all phases of the product process to ensure projects meet critical dates, design intent, performance goals, costing/profitability, and sustainability targets
- Ensure projects are ready for commercialization and can be manufactured
- Recommend and specify materials, components, and construction to meet key features and performance goals
- Apply understanding of sophisticated innovation concepts to in-line product process
- Apply expert-level footwear technical knowledge to drive teams through 3D Prototyping, Bottom Tooling, Upper Patterns, Mold Design, Chemical, Materials, Costing, and Manufacturing to achieve project objectives efficiently and timely
- Convert project brief and 2D design rendering into 3D sample meeting consumer and business needs
- Utilize knowledge and experience to enhance product excellence
Skills
Project Management
Footwear Engineering
Footwear Product Testing
Material Design
Material Development
Product Design
Product Management
Product Merchandising
Sourcing
Operations
Leadership
Problem Solving
Nike
Designs and sells athletic footwear and apparel
About Nike
Nike designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories aimed at athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday consumers. Their products are created to be stylish and performance-oriented, catering to the needs of a diverse clientele. Nike operates through multiple sales channels, including retail stores, online platforms, and third-party retailers, and enhances its brand image through endorsements from well-known athletes and sports teams. A key aspect of Nike's approach is its membership program, which offers exclusive access to products and content, fostering a deeper connection with consumers. Unlike many competitors, Nike places a strong emphasis on sustainability and corporate responsibility, integrating these values into its operations and product development. The company's goal is to continue growing by creating products that resonate with consumers while promoting positive social and environmental impact.
Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters
1964Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees