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Role Overview: You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end product development process for Methyz footwear, from concept design to production readiness. This includes managing design, vendor sourcing, assembling, development timelines, and product quality. Your role will involve working closely with consultants, designers, and factory partners to deliver internationally competitive footwear lines for Methyz. Key Responsibilities: - Translate design concepts into production-ready prototypes. - Work closely with designers to finalize materials, construction methods, and finishes. - Identify and evaluate potential sourcing factories for Rubber, EVA, and other materials. - Develop strong supplier relationships to ensure timely, quality-assured deliveries. - Negotiate costing, minimum order quantities, and lead times. - Manage Assembling Line and Warehouse. - Coordinate sampling, testing, and refinement of new styles. - Establish production specs and manage pre-production approvals. - Set up and manage in-house or partner development labs for material testing and quality checks. - Monitor vendor QC systems to align with brand standards. - Create and track product development calendars and critical path schedules. - Liaise between design, marketing, and operations teams to ensure smooth handoffs. Qualifications Required: - 5-10 years of experience in footwear product development or sourcing (Rubber, EVA, sandals, flip-flops, or similar). - Background in product design/industrial design/footwear technology preferred. - Strong understanding of materials, molds, and manufacturing processes. - Proven ability to work with external factories and manage multi-location sourcing. - Strong eye for design detail and product finish. - Ability to work hands-on with samples, technical drawings, and production teams. Note: No additional details of the company were provided in the job description. Role Overview: You will be responsible for leading the end-to-end product development process for Methyz footwear, from concept design to production readiness. This includes managing design, vendor sourcing, assembling, development timelines, and product quality. Your role will involve working closely with consultants, designers, and factory partners to deliver internationally competitive footwear lines for Methyz. Key Responsibilities: - Translate design concepts into production-ready prototypes. - Work closely with designers to finalize materials, construction methods, and finishes. - Identify and evaluate potential sourcing factories for Rubber, EVA, and other materials. - Develop strong supplier relationships to ensure timely, quality-assured deliveries. - Negotiate costing, minimum order quantities, and lead times. - Manage Assembling Line and Warehouse. - Coordinate sampling, testing, and refinement of new styles. - Establish production specs and manage pre-production approvals. - Set up and manage in-house or partner development labs for material testing and quality checks. - Monitor vendor QC systems to align with brand standards. - Create and track product development calendars and critical path schedules. - Liaise between design, marketing, and operations teams to ensure smooth handoffs. Qualifications Required: - 5-10 years of experience in footwear product development or sourcing (Rubber, EVA, sandals, flip-flops, or similar). - Background in product design/industrial design/footwear technology preferred. - Strong understanding of materials, molds, and manufacturing processes. - Proven ability to work with external factories and manage multi-location sourcing. - Strong eye for design detail and product finish. - Ability to work hands-on with samples, technical drawings, and production teams. Note: No additional details of the company were provided in the job description.
