Manager, Footwear Product Development

Caleres, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% Associate Discount across Famous/F

Career development & learning

Benefits start Day One

Mental Wellness resources

Relaxed Dress Code

Job summary

Caleres, a global footwear company, invites a Manager, Product Development for the Vionic brand in Novato, CA. You will lead technical development from concept through commercialization, coordinating with overseas sourcing, design, materials, and sales to ensure timely, quality product updates.

You will drive R&D initiatives, manage calendars and GTM milestones, and contribute to market-ready footwear with an emphasis on fit and finish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an equivalent position in the footwear industry.
• Knowledge of footwear constructions, parts and terminology is required, along with detailing experience
• Microsoft Office Products
• Knowledge of PLM software - FlexPLM preferred
• Adobe Suite Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership in sport lifestyle footwear construction from concept to final commercialization, including last, blueprint/mold, and pattern approvals; communicate with overseas sourcing office on ongoing basis.
• Partner with Sales to support sample orders and product updates; collaborate with Design and Materials to execute seasonal material direction.
• Collaborate with Marketing to support product launches and storytelling needs.
• Manage category samples in partnership with the Sample Coordinator; ensure on-time execution and quality standards; maintain FlexPLM and Nuorder for new development and changes.
• Drive innovation through product and material research and development; manage product calendar and GTM milestones; assist preparing for GTM milestone meetings and showroom preparation.

Skills

Footwear product development

Project leadership

Microsoft Office

FlexPLM

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

FlexPLM

Adobe Suite

Job description

Founded in 1878, Caleres is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world’s most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Vionic, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, Allen Edmonds and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great…feet first.

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Manager, Product Development, Vionic in Novato, CA, where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, are eager to learn and have an eye for detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values results, caring and learning.

What will you be doing?

• Tale the lead: Provide technical leadership in sport lifestyle footwear construction from concept to final commercialization, including last, blueprint/mold, and pattern approvals. Communicate with overseas sourcing office on an on-going basis to advise on new product development, product changes, product trial requests, sample and production concerns, pricing, material, and other relevant issues.
• Partner: Partner with Sales to support sample orders and product updates. Collaborate with Design and Materials to execute seasonal material direction.

Collaborate with Marketing to support product launches and storytelling needs.

• Manage: Manage category samples in partnership with the Sample Coordinator, ensuring on-time execution and quality standards. Manage the maintenance of FlexPLM and Nuorder for all new development, and changes/modifications to product as season progresses.
• Drive: Drive innovation through product and material research and development. Manage adherence to the product calendar & GTM milestones, including timely sample arrival. Assist preparing for all GTM milestone meeting, including showrooms for market.

Perks you will enjoy!

• Our Shoe Discounts. No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands
• Career Development and Learning Opportunities. Sharpen your skills with our Learning Database of 12,000+ courses, LinkedIn Learning, and upfront education assistance.
• Benefits that Start Day One. To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit www.yourcaleres.com
• Mental Wellness. Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates
• Relaxed Dress Code. At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!

Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an equivalent position in the footwear industry.
• Knowledge of footwear constructions, parts and terminology is required, along with detailing experience
• Microsoft Office Products
• Knowledge of PLM software - FlexPLM preferred
• Adobe Suite Preferred

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.

Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.