Hybrid Product Developer

at Crocs, Inc.

• Job title: Product Developer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Broomfield, United States

About the role

• Product Developer at Crocs, Inc. responsible for footwear design and project development. Collaborating with teams for in-line product development, quality, and cost improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams throughout design, development, and commercialization to deliver high-quality products.
• Analyze design packs, prepare factory deliverables, and maintain accurate Product Bill of Materials (BOM) and costing for products in development.
• Identify and address manufacturing, efficiency, and cost concerns to meet margin and duty targets.
• Manage the sample process, including clear requests, product teardowns, documentation, and communication of revisions.
• Recommend improvements in construction, materials, and components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, fit, and durability.
• Lead and participate in development meetings to review progress, resolve issues, and ensure on-time production confirmation.
• Drive timelines and maintain proactive communication with cross-functional teams, manufacturing partners, and material suppliers.
• Monitor and resolve production quality issues as needed.
• Maintain standards for design quality and development processes while navigating fast-paced, changing business needs.
• Provide guidance to teams, work independently, and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Manage physical storage and organization of prototypes and samples.
• Leverage strong knowledge of supplier capabilities, factory relations, material pricing, lead times, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in related field is preferred
• Two (2+) years of experience in product creation or similar role is required
• Expanded conceptual understanding of the product development and manufacturing process
• Strong project management skills
• Proven verbal and written communication skills with an ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and develop effective responses for unique process exceptions using experience and sound judgment
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong decision-making capabilities
• Demonstrates a passion for premium products and team building, fostering a positive, collaborative culture and working effectively with cross-functional teams
• Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and AD&D insurance
• short and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance program
• participation in 401k program with company match
• additional voluntary benefits