Engineer, Footwear Product Development

VF Corporation

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Deep understanding of footwear categories
Experience with tier 1 and tier 2 vendors
Knowledge of automation and computer stitching
VF Corporation is seeking an Engineer for Footwear Product Development to ensure quality and timely delivery of footwear samples while maintaining high standards of production. The role requires collaboration with various teams and factories to uphold product quality and sustainability

Job Summary

  • The role ensures the quality of development samples and meets milestone dates according to the published product creation calendar.
  • Candidates must manage the entire development process from prototype to salesman samples while ensuring production quality adheres to VF standards.
  • The position requires deep technical knowledge of footwear constructions, materials, and automation to drive productivity and cost savings.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

VF Corporation is seeking an Engineer for Footwear Product Development to ensure quality and timely delivery of footwear samples while maintaining high standards of production. The role requires collaboration with various teams and factories to uphold product quality and sustainability.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep understanding of footwear categories
  • Experience with Tier 1 and Tier 2 vendors
  • Knowledge of automation and computer stitching
  • Proficiency in last making and measurements
  • Expertise in mold checking and pattern grading

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic relationship building skills
  • Ability to identify product quality risks
  • Embracing VF Guiding Principles
  • Cost savings and efficiency proposals
  • Excellent communication in English

Key Requirements

  • PD/Commercialization experience in footwear
  • Pre-production and production experience
  • Multinational company background required
  • Good command of English language
  • Proficiency in Windows Office environment

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