Altra: Senior Innovation Developer, Footwear

VF Corporation

Base: $99,360.00 - $124,200.00 usd annually; bonus...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid or flexible based on industry norms).
6-8 years footwear development experience
Extensive asia factory technical experience
Foam creation and manufacturing processes
The Senior Innovation Developer position at Altra, part of VF Corporation, seeks an entrepreneurial leader with a strong background in footwear innovation, particularly in foam creation and relationships with Asia factories. The ideal candidate should thrive in ambiguity, possess excellent communication skills, and have a history of successful product development in fast-paced environments

Job Summary

  • The role seeks an entrepreneurial leader to drive innovation in footwear while embracing calculated risks and navigating ambiguity.
  • Candidates will partner closely with Asia Factory partners and cross-functional teams to validate new product concepts and bring them to commercialization.
  • The company offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits alongside extensive growth opportunities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Senior Innovation Developer position at Altra, part of VF Corporation, seeks an entrepreneurial leader with a strong background in footwear innovation, particularly in foam creation and relationships with Asia factories. The ideal candidate should thrive in ambiguity, possess excellent communication skills, and have a history of successful product development in fast-paced environments.

Salary

Base: $99,360.00 - $124,200.00 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6-8 years footwear development experience
  • Extensive Asia Factory technical experience
  • Foam creation and manufacturing processes
  • Cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Product commercialization expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Entrepreneurial leadership mindset
  • Comfort with ambiguity and risk
  • Strong relationship building abilities
  • Prototyping and sampling experience
  • Visionary thinking for consumer gaps

Key Requirements

  • 6-8 years of development experience
  • Performance category background preferred
  • Technical prowess in engineering or prototyping

Work Rights

Not specified

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