Senior Footwear Developer, Performance Running
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Portland
Posted on: September 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Description & Requirementswho we are: lululemon is an innovative
performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other
athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and
functional design, we create transformational products and
experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and
being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis
on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections
we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on
creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In
particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and
growth-focused environment for our people. about the role: As a
Senior Footwear Developer for performance running, you will lead
the development of innovative, performance-driven running footwear.
You will collaborate closely with design, merchandising, and
sourcing teams to create high-performance footwear that meets
consumer needs and drives brand growth. This role focuses on
bringing footwear concepts from ideation through commercialization,
ensuring technical excellence, cost-efficiency, and alignment with
lululemon's performance goals. --- Successful launch of performance
running footwear products on time and within budget. ---
Achievement of technical, cost, and performance targets. ---
Positive feedback from athletes and wear testers. --- Demonstrated
innovation in footwear design and materials. --- Effective
collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams +
factory partners key responsibilities: --- Collaborate with
cross-functional teams, including design, merchandising and
manufacturing, to deliver innovative and market-leading products
from concept to commercialization --- Provide expertise on
performance running technologies, materials, and construction
techniques ensuring that product design aligns with technical
feasibility, cost targets, and performance requirements. --- Test
and evaluate prototypes in collaboration with weartesting and
biomechanics experts to optimize product performance. Drive
iterations on fit, performance, and aesthetics based on feedback
from athletes and testers. --- Troubleshoot technical challenges
during the development phase to ensure manufacturability and
scalability of designs. --- Communicate progress, challenges, and
solutions to stakeholders, providing clear updates on development
milestones. --- Maintain strong relationships with manufacturing
partners to ensure comprehensive understanding of running business
strategies and collaborate on delivery of design vision, tech pack
clarity, and the development and commercialization of performance
running product. --- Analyze running industry trends and consumer
insights to inform development strategies. --- Ensure adherence to
predetermined timelines and gates, actively tracking progress and
keeping the team aligned. Regularly update and align leadership on
project status and milestones to maintain transparency and
strategic direction. --- Oversee projects to meet costing,
performance, and manufacturing targets specific to performance
running footwear, while ensuring alignment with design intent and
merchandising brief requirements. qualifications: --- Bachelor's
degree in Industrial Design, Product Development, Engineering or
10+ years equivalent in field related work experience --- Strong
knowledge of running footwear construction, biomechanics, and
performance-enhancing technologies. --- Experience with advanced
materials, cushioning technologies, and 3D modeling software. ---
Knowledge of various types of footwear constructions and the unique
challenges and processes involved in each --- Understanding of
footwear manufacturing processes, especially related to performance
products. --- In-depth knowledge of pattern making and shoemaking
and how it relates back to fit and manufacturing processes ---
Minimum 7 years of experience in footwear development, with a focus
on performance running footwear. --- Proven track record of
delivering successful running footwear products from concept to
market. --- Able to deliver product on time and at cost; ability to
navigate costing framework and supply chain levers --- Ability to
build and manage multiple products on and off seasonal timelines
with ease --- Proven leader who is passionate about mentoring and
teaching others through humility and empathy --- Strong
interpersonal skills including analytical, problem solving,
organizational, issue resolution, and internal and external
relationship management. --- Demonstrated ability to effectively
interact and influence cross-functional teams, as well as work
independently all while adapting to a changing environment. ---
Ability to work through others by delegating and distributing work
in order to meet goals. --- Self-motivated, strong sense of
urgency, collaborative mindset --- Ability to manage multiple tasks
& competing priorities. --- Curiosity for change & learning,
capable of managing ambiguity. --- Demonstrated ability to
incorporate creativity in technical problem-solving and critical
thinking. must haves:
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Portland , Senior Footwear Developer, Performance Running, IT / Software / Systems , Portland, Oregon
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