Global Footwear Product Development Lead

Boot Barn; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail company in Irvine, California is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead global product strategies for footwear and boots. This role involves end-to-end management of product development, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and vendor communication. The ideal candidate should have strong product knowledge and strategic thinking capabilities. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for international travel.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage multiple product categories in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in leading product lifecycle management processes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with international and domestic vendors.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end product development processes for assigned categories.
• Oversee and maintain technical specifications and BOMs in Centric PLM.
• Lead preseason raw material development and fabric innovation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Technical product knowledge

Product lifecycle management

Vendor communication

Cross-functional leadership

Tools

Centric PLM

Job description

A prominent retail company in Irvine, California is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead global product strategies for footwear and boots. This role involves end-to-end management of product development, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and vendor communication. The ideal candidate should have strong product knowledge and strategic thinking capabilities. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for international travel.