21 Footwear Industry Jobs

As the Head of New Product Development & Manufacturing in the Footwear Industry, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end product development process, from conceptualization to commercialization. With over 15 years of experience in the footwear industry, including at least 5-7 years in international footwear brands or their suppliers, you will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our dynamic team based in Bangalore. Your primary role will involve managing factory operations and nurturing relationships with 3rd party vendors. You will be instrumental in driving planning, process efficiency, and implementing scalable production systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams such as design, engineering, sourcing, and QA will be essential to ensure the success of new product launches. As a seasoned professional in the footwear industry, you will possess a deep understanding of sneakers or casual shoes, product development, and large-scale manufacturing. Your extensive experience, ideally with renowned brands like Nike, Adidas, or Puma, or their Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers, will be invaluable in this role. With a team of 15-20 individuals spread across different geographies, your leadership skills will be crucial in mentoring and guiding them towards achieving manufacturing excellence. You will be required to travel to various plants across India and to China on a quarterly basis to align production processes and ensure quality standards are met. The ideal candidate for this position will have over 20 years of experience in the footwear industry, with a strong global exposure. Your hands-on expertise in product design, development, and managing large-volume production will set you apart. A robust vendor base in countries like Vietnam, China, and India, along with a strategic mindset focused on innovation and operational excellence, will be highly desirable qualities. If you have a background in manufacturing leadership roles, particularly with top suppliers or sourcing teams of global brands, we strongly encourage you to apply. Your passion for driving new product development and manufacturing excellence in the footwear industry will make you a valuable addition to our team. Be prepared for international travel and plant visits as required to fulfill the responsibilities of this role.,

Footwear Manufacturing Expertise Process Optimization & Quality Systems : Handson experience with Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Inventory Management : Production Planning & Scheduling : Data Analytics & Systems : Budgeting & Cost Control : Provident fund

Crocs, Inc. is a leading global company specializing in innovative casual footwear for men, women, and children. With over 300 four-season footwear styles, Crocs offers distinct shoe collections that feature Croslite material. This proprietary technology provides soft, comfortable, lightweight, non-marking, and odor-resistant qualities that Crocs wearers appreciate. Since its establishment in 2002, Crocs has distributed more than 200 million pairs of shoes across 90 countries worldwide. As a Quality Engineer at Crocs, your primary responsibility is to ensure that all T1 factories and sub-cons adhere to Crocs" quality standards, processes, and policies. You will be tasked with efficiently solving quality and related issues, working closely with factories to establish robust quality systems and cultivate a quality ownership mindset. Your key responsibilities include collaborating with factories and the Crocs team to address quality issues during sample development and production trials. You will oversee the establishment and execution of product standards, review QA sampling plans, and utilize various QA tools to maintain product quality. Additionally, you will handle customer complaints and returns, conduct failure analyses, prepare reports, and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented. In this role, you will design control systems, monitor supplier quality performance, engage in DMF/A activities, conduct quality risk assessments, and evaluate first-day production of new styles. You will also be responsible for managing B/C grade products, conducting line audits, and implementing production improvement actions. The ideal candidate for this position should have a college degree or higher, along with over 5 years of experience in quality engineering or inspection within the footwear industry. Proficiency in development and commercialization processes, knowledge of footwear materials, and a good understanding of shoemaking processes are essential. Strong MS Office skills, fluent English communication abilities, and a willingness to learn and collaborate are key attributes for success in this role. Travel within Asian countries may be required. At Crocs, we offer a unique work environment with a "startup dynamic" under the umbrella of a rapidly growing global brand. You can expect a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, a fun and innovative workplace, paid holidays, and discounts on our comfortable shoes. Our comprehensive training programs and eLearning platform provide ample opportunities for personal growth and development. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a renowned brand and grow professionally, then don't hesitate to join us at Crocs!,

•Sourcing raw materials (leather, fabric, rubber, PU, etc.) •Managing vendors and suppliers. •Ensuring quality, specifications, weight, compliance. •Inventory management •Cost negotiation and timely availability of material for production.

Role & responsibilities Evaluate patients for foot deformities, posture alignment, and gait issues. Prescribe and recommend appropriate orthotic solutions including custom footwear and insoles. Support the design and development of ergonomic, medical-grade footwear. Participate in gait analysis and foot scanning activities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including clinical, R&D, and customer service units. Maintain accurate records of assessments, fittings, and product outcomes. Contribute to educational content such as case studies, webinars, or training modules. Preferred candidate profile Full-Time - Daily presence in Madurai office or hybrid model - Monthly salary with performance-linked incentives - Direct involvement in product design, clinical evaluation, and customer interaction Part-Time - Scheduled onsite visits or hybrid presence - Hourly or monthly honorarium - Ideal for professionals balancing private practice Consultant - Remote or hybrid advisory model with occasional site visits - Strategic input on product design and orthotic best practices - Open to retired orthotists seeking part-time contribution opportunities Retired candidates can also apply. For any queries please contact 8220107544

Role & responsibilities We are seeking an experienced Footwear Technology Consultant to support the strategic upgrade of our production facilities and systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in footwear manufacturing, sourcing, and supply chain optimization, with a strong industry network to support procurement of materials and machinery. Evaluate current production infrastructure and recommend scalable improvements. Design and implement plans to upgrade machinery, tools, and automation for orthopedic footwear manufacturing. Source high-quality raw materials, components, and production technologies through established industry contacts. Provide technical guidance to optimize manufacturing workflow and reduce production costs. Collaborate with design, product, and operations teams to align production upgrades with product goals. Train internal teams on best practices in modern footwear production and material handling. Ensure compliance with industry standards and quality control procedures. Preferred candidate profile Minimum 20 years of experience in footwear manufacturing, material sourcing, and technology implementation. Strong technical understanding of orthopedic and comfort footwear production. Established network of suppliers and equipment manufacturers (national and international). Experience with factory setup, production optimization, and sourcing strategy. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Willingness to travel or work in hybrid/onsite mode from Madurai (preferred). For any queries contact: 8220107544

•Sourcing raw materials (leather, fabric, rubber, PU, etc.) •Managing vendors and suppliers. •Ensuring quality, specifications, weight, compliance. •Inventory management •Cost negotiation and timely availability of material for production.

You are invited to join a leading company in the foam and footwear industry as the Head of Sales. In this role, you will be responsible for leveraging your expertise in selling foam to the footwear/apparel sector. Your primary focus will be on driving sales growth within the industry through effective distributor management, costing strategies, and pricing initiatives. To excel in this position, you must possess a deep understanding of sales reporting methodologies. Proficiency in utilizing IT systems is crucial, including Excel for generating reports and pivot tables, as well as experience with CRM software such as Salesforce, Zoho, Sugar, etc. Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly SAP, will be advantageous. Your ability to quickly adapt to and master new tools will be essential in this dynamic role. We are seeking a candidate with a university degree in Business Administration or a related field. Fluency in English is a prerequisite for effective communication in this global environment. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a proven track record in sales leadership roles, ideally within the foam industry. This opportunity is based in Noida and offers a stimulating work environment for individuals eager to make a significant impact. If you meet the specified criteria and are enthusiastic about embracing new challenges, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.,

Inspect incoming raw materials such as leather, fabric, soles, adhesives, foam, lining, accessories Approve or reject materials based on defined quality parameters Coordinate with purchase and warehouse teams regarding quality issues and return Required Candidate profile Graduate 9-18 yrs exp. as Quality Manager - Raw Material in Footwear Industry.

End-to-end planning of shoe production from cutting to packing for a capacity of 6 lakh pairs/month Material requirement planning (MRP) for all raw materials: leather, fabric, soles, foam, accessories, packaging, etc. Required Candidate profile Graduate 10-17yrs in planning of shoe production. Coordinate closely with all departments – Cutting, Stitching, Lasting, Assembly, QC, and Dispatch

Solve materials problems that are negatively impacting production, quality and delivery of products Constantly strive to reduce the total cost of materials through aggressive negotiation, plant scrap analysis, standards and quality Required Candidate profile Graduate / Degree in Business, Supply Chain or equivalent 8-14yrs exp. in Material Management on Footwear Industry . Outstanding developer of talent, constantly sourcing, coaching, and developing

Creating and executing sales plans Predicting future sales based on market trends Tracking and managing leads Strong relationships with key clients Providing regular reports Required Candidate profile Looking from Chemical or Footwear industry only Need to visit Jaipur,Kanpur and Delhi locations frequently Excellent communication skills is required

You have an exciting opportunity to join a leading company in the foam and footwear industry as a Head of Sales. In this role, you will be responsible for selling foam products to the footwear and apparel sector. We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in the foam industry and relevant experience in selling to the footwear industry. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in sales, distributor management, costing, pricing, and sales reporting. Proficiency in IT systems such as Excel (reports, pivot tables), CRM software (Salesforce, Zoho, Sugar, etc.), and ERP systems is required. Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage. You should be proactive in learning and adapting to new tools to excel in this role. To be considered for this position, you must hold a university degree in Business Administration or a related field. Fluency in English is a must. We are looking for a seasoned professional with significant experience in sales leadership roles. This role is based in Noida and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. If you meet the criteria and are ready for a new challenge, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.,

Responsibilities: * Collaborate with design team on product development * Monitor market trends & competitors * Manage inventory levels & pricing strategies * Coordinate production schedules & deliveries

Roles and Responsibilities Manage showroom sales activities, including counter sales and customer handling. Develop strong relationships with customers through effective communication and relationship-building skills. Handle consumer products such as footwear, shoes, and apparel items at the retail level. Execute B2C sales strategies to drive revenue growth for the company. Maintain a high level of product knowledge to provide expert advice to customers. Desired Candidate Profile 0-2 years of experience in Sales Executive Activities or related field (showroom sales, retail sales). Strong understanding of consumer products industry, particularly footwear and apparel segments. Excellent customer relationship management skills with ability to build rapport easily. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. For more information candidates can call to the below Mobile Number:- Contact Person : - Devaraj Contact Number : - 9985014344 Email ID : - careers@popularshoemart.com

Job Title: Head of Design & Product Development Sports Footwear Location: Gurugram, India Experience Required: Minimum 10–15 Years Compensation: Up to 50 LPA (Negotiable for the right candidate) Industry Background: Sports Footwear / Fashion Footwear / Activewear Brands Role Overview: We are hiring a dynamic and visionary Head of Design & Product Development to lead our sports footwear category. Based in Gurugram, this role is critical for driving innovation, leading creative direction, and executing trend-driven yet performance-oriented collections. The candidate will collaborate closely with design, development, merchandising, and sourcing teams to launch collections that meet both brand vision and commercial goals. Key Responsibilities: Design Leadership & Strategy Define and execute seasonal product strategies aligned with market trends and consumer insights. Lead the ideation, design, and development process across sports and athleisure footwear segments. Establish design standards that reflect both performance functionality and fashion-forward aesthetics. Team Management Manage and mentor a team of footwear designers, developers, and technical experts. Create a culture of creativity, efficiency, and accountability within the team. Innovation & Development Oversee material selection, component sourcing, and construction techniques. Coordinate with R&D and engineering teams to bring innovation into product design. Product Lifecycle Management Drive end-to-end product development from concept through prototyping to commercialization. Collaborate with merchandising and production teams to ensure timely launches. Vendor & Cross-functional Collaboration Work with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturing partners. Ensure quality, costing, and scalability are built into all product lines. Key Requirements: Degree in Footwear Design, Product Design, Fashion Technology, or related field. 10–15 years of experience in footwear design & development; minimum 5 years in leadership. Strong design portfolio in sports or performance footwear. Proficiency in CAD tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D tools, etc.). Strong knowledge of lasts, outsole design, upper construction, and material behavior. Understanding of the Indian and global sportswear consumer landscape. Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred Industry Background: Reputed Sportswear Brands (e.g., Puma, Adidas, Nike, Campus, Sparx, RedTape Sports) Fashion/Sports Footwear OEM/ODM companies Startups in activewear or athleisure segments

Manhattan WMI _ Contract Role _ Pan India Location: Pan India Experiences : 8+ above Only JOB SUMMARY (Describe the overall purpose of the job) The Senior IT Analyst will execute their role as a member of the team responsible for the configuration, support and maintenance of the distribution related applications and systems implemented at Kontoor Brands owned DCs. The primary focus will be partnering with business and IT teams to support the daily functions of the DCs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List the primary job functions in 8 bullets or less) Lead and/or contribute as needed to on-going support activities, working with business users and IT partners to identify issues, perform root cause analysis and resolve issues. Create / execute test scripts as needed for projects or initiatives. Must be available for off hours support tasks, as needed, and as part of the off hour support rotation schedule Ensure compliance with Kontoor policies in regards to system access, data security and change control. TYPICAL REQUIREMENTS (List the education, experience, and skills necessary to successfully perform the job) Distribution System configuration and support executing Manhattans WMi application (8-10 yeas) LM, and SCI experience a plus Experience with the ISeries platform, including file utility programs (SQL / DBU) (8-10 years) Hands on technical experience integrating with ERP Systems ( e.g SAP ) ( 5 years) Hands on technical experience with MHE integration systems ( 5 Years) Experience in Apparel and Footwear industry (preferred) ( 5 Years)

Quality Assurance, Material Inspection, Manufacturing Process Monitoring,Product Inspection, Data Analysis and Reporting, Supplier Management, Training and Development, Problem Solving, Documentation, Compliance Required Candidate profile Creates and implements company quality standards,Accomplishes quality assurance objectives by monitoring, reviewing, and enforcing policies and procedures.Validates quality processes

Responsible for Merchandizing in Footwear Industry .

• Sales & Business Development. • Relationship Management. • Merchandising & Visibility. • Data Analysis & Reporting. • Coordination.

Soles Head Job Purpose: Responsible to drive the sales & production/ manufacturing process to execute the commercialization to meet design vision, merchant requirements and organizations financial goals for the unit. Department: Footwear Business Level: L1 Key Responsibilities: Provide overall direction to the manufacturing operations for production. Adheres to strategic direction in cost management, goal setting, employee relations, customer satisfaction and quality systems deployment. Coordinate plant support (Production, Planning, Engineering, and Quality Assurance) with appropriate management. Hands-on supervision and training to production/manufacturing employees on methodology, processes, quality standards, safety, material control processes etc. Achieve production targets within defined Quality and Cost parameters Prepare annual financial budget, evaluate periodic labour and expense statements and implement cost control activities, would also be responsible for the P&L of the Unit Ensure effective production planning for achieving product demands in different varieties efficiently. Achieving and improving yield maximization and efficiencies. Product size development and brand extensions Lead communication and teambased activities such as plant-wide meetings, implementation of progressive policies and programs Responsible for managing the Production team in achieving quality standards at par with the overall global norms Handle production, development and technical teams to ensure product specification sheets and samples conform and meet quality standards and technical design requirements Support the product development and design teams and oversee product development based upon desired aesthetic, performance, comfort and fit. Monitor pricing, quality and delivery of products to ensure that these criteria are up to the standard requirement Partner with cross-functional teams: Design, Merchandising & Technical Design to cost engineer the product Communicate activities and results on a regular basis to the management Develop and implement plans to improve customer satisfaction through quality, costs and timeliness Desired Profile: Key competencies would include high strategic focus and sharp business acumen coupled with hands on business leadership style Possess strong knowledge of technical aspects of footwear manufacturing. Distribution/Operations driven experience in Footwear / Garments industry with demonstrated exposure to / experience of introducing innovative practices in supply chain management Should have skills in specific account strategies, aimed at generating new and repeat business Would need to be aggressive in leading, directing and executing distribution activities in ones team. Should have a flair for analyzing the marketability and viability of diverse brands, ability to segment markets, in-depth exposure to pricing, positioning, and packaging and communication strategies would be key. Project management skills to manage multiple projects at different stages of development Exposure / understanding of the footwear business would be preferred Should be able to lead a team and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Must have the ability to take on wider and higher responsibilities Educational Qualifications: High quality academic background Graduate into Footwear / Fashion Technology; Post Graduate Degree/ Diploma in Marketing or Foreign Trade will be preferred Relevant years of Experience: 15 - 18 years of experience, preferably in product development with Sole manufacturing / Leather / Garments Companies of reasonable scale and complexity/diversity. Competencies: Strong leadership and people management skills Balanced combination of strategic and operations focus Commitment to result orientation and target deliverables Problem solving skills Analytical ability for decision support (understanding and resolving problems, data collation and analysis) High business acumen and strong sense of commercials and market trend. At ease with IT tools Exposure to International Marketing and business development / production/ export preferred. Man- Management skills Reports To: Business Head Reportees: 6-7 Direct Reportees Industry Preference: Sole manufacturing Location: Ranipet