FB Footwear Ltd.
Requirements
Education
- Minimum Bachelor`s Degree in Leather Engineering, Footwear Engineering, or related field.
- Additional certifications in footwear technology preferred.
Experience
- 8 to 12 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear
Additional Requirements
Experience
- 8–12 years of experience in footwear product development.
- Minimum 3 years in a managerial role.
- Experience with international brands and buyers.
Skills Required
- Footwear construction knowledge.
- Project management.
- Product costing.
- Material and tooling knowledge.
- Leadership and team management.
- Computer Skill & CAD/CAM (ICAD 3D+, Shoe master).
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Strong communication skills.
Responsibilities & Context
- Department: Product Development (PD)
Job Purpose:
- To lead and manage the footwear product development process from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely sample development, technical feasibility, cost optimization, quality compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development & Project Management
- Lead the end-to-end footwear development process from design concept to production readiness.
- Coordinate with Merchandising, Design, Technical, Commercial, Production, and Quality teams to ensure successful development.
- Ensure timely submission of all development samples according to customer timelines.
- Monitor development schedules and take corrective actions to avoid delays.
Technical Development
- Review customer tech packs, specifications, and development requirements.
- Evaluate construction, materials, molds, tooling, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Approve technical specifications before sample production.
- Resolve technical issues related to fitting, construction, grading, and production feasibility.
Sample Room Management
- Supervise sample room activities and ensure efficient utilization of manpower and resources.
- Monitor sample quality and ensure first-time-right sample submissions.
- Drive continuous improvement in sample making processes.
Costing & Commercial Support
- Work closely with merchandising and costing teams to achieve target FOB prices.
- Identify opportunities for material and process optimization without compromising quality.
Customer & Vendor Coordination
- Participate in customer meetings, development reviews, and technical discussions.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding material sourcing, mold development, tooling, and technical support.
Team Leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop Product Development Engineers, Assistant Managers, and sample technicians.
- Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
Process Improvement
- Establish and maintain SOPs for product development activities.
- Analyse development KPIs and implement improvement initiatives.
- Reduce development lead time and sample rejection rates.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-time sample submission rate
- Sample approval rate
- Development lead time
- Sample cost accuracy
- Customer satisfaction
- Development project completion rate
- Sample rejection percentage
To apply for this job email your details to apply@chakricircular.com