Product Developer

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

Job Title: Product Developer – HOKA Footwear

Reports to: Senior Development Manager

Location: Portland, OR

The Role

The Product Developer for HOKA drives the footwear product creation process from product brief and design stage through prototyping, sales samples and the timely approval of production confirmation samples. The Product Developer’s role is to manage project timelines, lead key gate sample reviews, facilitate cross-functional communication and collaboration with key stakeholders including teammates from design, product management, product testing, costing, and materials teams to inform decision-making along the way. The product developer ensures all projects meet brand & consumer needs, manufacturing/performance requirements and costing targets. The Product Developer strives for continuous improvement in all areas of product creation to ensure quality product for our consumers.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact
The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

• Set up and lead weekly project team meetings to review product briefs, design details, material and color CADs, samples, factory product tear-down notes, costing information, and wear-test feedback.
• Partner with Design, Product Management, Asia Dev-Com and Factory teammates through the development and sampling process via initial tech-packs, email communication, and video conferencing calls while adhering to the product creation calendar to ensure on-time delivery of key gate samples and ultimately on-time product confirmation.
• Lead product team through sample review process by evaluating technical project details related to upper patterning, 2D/3D tooling drawings, manufacturing processes, cost breakdowns, materials and product test reports to provide recommendations to project team on next steps.
• Drive fit test validation process, assist in evaluating wear test reports and interpreting wear test feedback at each key gate to inform product decisions.
• Utilize Flex PLM system for product data and document management, Bill of Materials (BOM) creation/maintenance, sample orders, and product confirmation (ready to buy).
• Assist in samples management, storage and organization.

Who You Are

• Driven for excellence, a self-starter, and a leader.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, complex global organization with many competing deadlines and priorities.
• Effective collaborative approach, and excellent project management, communication and organizational skills.
• Curious mindset and creative technical problem-solving abilities.

We’d love to hear from people with

• 2-4 years' experience in the footwear industry
• Experience in building footwear product specifications
• Understanding of material applications for product use
• General knowledge of footwear development and manufacturing processes, product creation calendars and product constructions
• Proficient in various Microsoft Applications, FlexPLM or similar PLM systems.

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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