Onsite Senior Manager, Development Footwear

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About the role

  • Manage the footwear product development process by supporting the respective Business Unit(s) and directly interact with Tier 1 supply partners.
  • Provide an effective transition of footwear designs from prototyping into production.
  • Translate design vision and consumer needs into products which support the Business Units’ product strategy.
  • Engineer workable prototypes which address desired function, cosmetics, market appeal and manufacturability and meet adidas quality standards.
  • Communicate all necessary information and coordinate all necessary tasks that support on time Color Way Activation for all assigned projects.
  • Manage the direct development process between HQ and Tier1 partners in a collaborative, effective and result oriented manner to achieve optimum results for your area of responsibility.
  • Drive the inception of new and innovative footwear designs, components, processes, materials and concepts into a manufacturable and marketable finished product.
  • Ensure that all materials, processes and development samples are fully tested to ensure adherence to adidas’ quality standards.
  • Provide input to Senior Manager Development on areas of concern within team and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Actively mentor, coach and support your team members to further their growth in all aspects of the professional content of the project management role.

Requirements

  • Four-year college or university degree.
  • At least 5-7 years of related work experience in the athletic footwear industry, specializing in product development, design and / or marketing.
  • First experience in managing a team.
  • Proven record of accomplishment in the field of footwear development.
  • Strong communication (both written and verbal) and facilitation (small and large groups) skills.
  • Advanced Knowledge of material construction and related testing.
  • Advanced knowledge of costing and ability to negotiate as required.
  • Technical training in footwear engineering and product development; knowledge of sourcing.
  • Must be fluent in English (written and spoken); German an advantage.
  • Strong IT skills (MS office etc.)

Benefits

  • Travel, domestic and international as required by business needs

Job title

Senior Manager, Development Footwear

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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