Zoot Footwear Developer

Zoot Sports, located in Vista CA is seeking a footwear developer for it’s recently launched, highly technical running footwear program. The scope of this role is a broad reaching Product Developer who will execute all footwear related tasks including but not limited to Design, Development, Materials, Pattern making, Outsole compounding, Fit/wear test, Commercialization, Production Planning, and Quality Control.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the development of footwear projects at the factory level and with Asian suppliers. Provide product specifications, input and support on each project, in order to enable Zoot Sports to manufacture and deliver the best product at the established retail introduction period.
• Acts as the knowledge-sharing hub for Zoot Sports in a product development capacity. Partner with Zoot Sports team members to resolve and work through issues for all Asian sourced footwear products.
• On time delivery of all agreed upon key samples (Models, Pullovers, Development, Sales, Confirmation, and Photo).
• Achieve the best product cost and margin, while at the same time, providing the best value to the consumer.
• Responsible for resolving technical issues including, but not limited to upper pattern, bottom units, and sole fit.
• Responsible for driving the Footwear Development process in US and China – multiple China trips required.
• Create improved processes that increase efficiency and productivity.
• Operates as a liaison between Zoot Sports and K2 Global Sourcing In-factory Developer, and our nominated Asian factory partner to communicate issues regarding the product development process (which includes Marketing, Design, Engineering, Costing, Commercialization, and Quality).
• Works to resolve all costing issues in a complete and timely manner.
• Communicates with other departments at appropriate times to facilitate process; works pro-actively to stay ahead of timelines.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of China footwear development and manufacturing experience.
• Passion and interest in technical running or fitness related activities.
• An eye for details.
• Possess an ability for creative problem solving.
• Ability to anticipate potential issues at an early stage.

Location:
Vista, CA

How To Apply:
Interested candidates please visit http://erecruit.jarden.com to access all K2 Sports job opportunities posted on the website of our parent company Jarden Corporation.

K2 Sports is an equal opportunity employer.

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