Footwear Developer Resume
Objective : As a Footwear Developer, supports material research activities aimed at creating products designed to improve athlete performance. Generates concepts through interaction and insights from athletes and the innovation team.
Skills : Knowledge of footwear materials, Understanding of fashion trends.
Description :
- Collaborated with product creation team, material design, innovation, and sourcing to support footwear product creation.
- Ensured all material specifications and SOPS were available for manufacturing for all materials within their area of responsibility.
- Contributed to advanced material concept presentations to cross functional footwear product creation teams seasonally.
- Created, communicated, and tracked development timelines to ensure milestones were met and advised on feasibility and applicability of technology to the cross functional teams.
- Communicated clearly and purposefully with overseas teams and partners to drive the products forward.
- Led vendor communication and understood vendor capabilities.
- Collaborated with design teams to understand product aesthetic and requirements in line with the seasonal product roadmap.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Sciences
Footwear Developer Resume
Summary : As a Footwear Developer, collaborates with product creation to deliver innovative materials, treatments, and processes to present to the inline product teams on a seasonal basis develop and refine solutions by working with all levels of development and the supply chain.
Skills : Proficiency in CAD software, Attention to detail.
Description :
- Evaluated, selected, and developed suitable materials based on performance, durability, sustainability, and cost considerations.
- Collaborated with the product development teams to review and refine prototypes based on material performance and aesthetics.
- Analyzed test results and provided recommendations for material improvements or alternatives.
- Maintained a thorough and accurate understanding of seasonal material sourcing strategy based on supplier capabilities, manufacturing locations, and product needs.
- Cultivated strong business relationships with material suppliers and regional lululemon team members to address any issues related to material quality or availability.
- Actively maintained and organized and upkeep of detailed records of material specifications, testing results in addition to both the physical and digital material libraries.
- Provided regular reports on material development progress, challenges, and solutions to relevant stakeholders.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Sciences
Footwear Developer Resume
Summary : As a Footwear Developer, responsible for leading the material development process and providing support to product creation by driving material selections from initial design concepts to approval.
Skills : Communication, Collaboration.
Description :
- Curated and maintained seasonal and seasonless material palettes, toolkits, and a materials library comprised of inspirational and tested and approved fabrications.
- Participated and assisted in footwear pre-costing, seasonal cost analysis, and value engineered products to maintain margins.
- Assisted in sourcing and testing compounds on current and future projects.
- Performed departmental administrative tasks and development related tasks as needed.
- Monitored the development status reports, tracking the status of development projects.
- Reviewed first production cases to ensure production matched confirmation samples.
- Participated in product presentations to domestic and international partners.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Sciences
Footwear Developer Resume
Objective : As a Footwear Developer, participates in research, development, and performance validation of upper materials/post- processes that are suitable for use in finished performance footwear.
Skills : Problem-solving, Knowledge of quality control.
Description :
- Led the development of seasonal product design briefs.
- Helped resolve daily issues that came up within the department.
- Assisted sales team with product related questions and kept them informed of relevant changes to the product.
- Created clear Creation Guidelines for products to be created around.
- Drove continuous improvements to build upon technology toolboxes as creation capabilities expanded.
- Worked closely with material strategy, inline and innovation team to drive new constructions and materials to be considered in seasonal product.
- Handled under guidance complex problem-solving related to product, efficiency, machining and scalable manufacturing.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Sciences
Footwear Developer Resume
Objective : As a Footwear Developer, develops and executes testing protocols to assess the performance and quality of footwear materials ensuring material readiness for on-time delivery and commercialization of quality product.
Skills : Project management, Creativity, Innovation.
Description :
- Supported the creation of the Technical Transfer Manual (TTM).
- Reviewed and analyzed the Technical Transfer Manual (TTM) to check the practicability.
- Worked with sourcing partners together to ensure every aspect of sourcing complexity and implementation had been followed up.
- Worked closely with sourcing team and supply partner development teams to ensure smooth, repeatable and scalable commercialisation.
- Commercialized high-performance athlete products on an industrial mass production standard.
- Collaborated with design teams to understand and interpret footwear design concepts and translate them into technical specifications.
- Conducted research on market trends, materials, and technologies to inform product development decisions.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Sciences
Footwear Developer Resume
Summary : As a Footwear Developer, works collaboratively with the development team, designers, and product line managers to deliver innovative, market relevant, and on-brand seasonal products.
Skills : Color matching, Creativity.
Description :
- Created technical drawings, specifications, and 3D renderings using computer-aided design (CAD) software to communicate design concepts and details to manufacturers.
- Sourced and evaluated materials, components, and trims suitable for footwear production, considering factors such as quality, functionality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborated with engineers and pattern makers to develop prototypes and samples, making necessary adjustments and modifications based on design, fit, and performance feedback.
- Conducted fit and wear tests to ensure footwear products met comfort, functionality, and performance requirements.
- Worked closely with manufacturers and suppliers to monitor and oversee the production process, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and cost targets.
- Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to provide technical product information and support product launches and promotions.
- Stayed updated on industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory requirements related to footwear design and production.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering
Footwear Developer Resume
Summary : As a Footwear Developer, responsible for researching, selecting, and testing materials to ensure they meet the design and performance specifications for seasonal models.
Skills : Measurement skills, Patternmaking.
Description :
- Managed project timelines, budgets, and documentation related to product development activities.
- Created and managed category material palettes.
- Served as primary category contact for material suppliers as it related to category specific issues (price, technical specs, performance).
- Created and maintained material development tools.
- Collaborated, with Material Developers across other categories.
- Collaborated with product teams to develop materials specifications for product functionality, durability, and aesthetics, including identifying needs and researching solutions.
- Led in the technical execution of season toolbox needs based on the cross-collaborative requirements for each product.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering
Footwear Developer Resume
Summary : As a Footwear Developer, expertises in material science, industry trends, testing specifications and project management will contribute to the success of the overall product.
Skills : Manufacturing processes, Sewing.
Description :
- Drove creation of new materials through materials calendar including pre-development.
- Partnered on calendar creation with head of materials department.
- Evaluated the risk factors associated with all material developments and communicated them to the product teams.
- Assisted with advanced materials R&D projects.
- Worked cross-functionally to drive goals, uncover opportunities, and move materials forward within the footwear creation process.
- Managed multiple projects at a time across multiple timelines including validating materials both on and off products.
- Contributed ideas for product design, construction, materials, and components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, fit, and profit margins.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering
Footwear Developer Resume
Objective : As a Footwear Developer, kept abreast on emerging materials, trends, technologies and sustainability initiatives in the footwear industry to provide insights and recommendations for incorporating new trends into product development.
Skills : Product Development, Product knowledge.
Description :
- Created seasonal material palettes and tools for use in products.
- Served as the technical material resource for members of the project teams and other cross-functional footwear team members.
- Led cross-functional triad teams throughout the product creation cycle.
- Planned and executed product development according to the seasonal critical dates that led to on–time delivery of sales samples and production confirmation.
- Displayed an in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process with the ability to modify the process in order to advance and achieve new manufacturing techniques which enhance the overall performance of product.
- Partnered with and guided design and development personnel to ensure that designs were manufacturable and met cost and quality objectives of the organization.
- Organized and communicated new process and techniques to the cross functional teams.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering
Footwear Developer Resume
Objective : As a Footwear Developer, works with a cross-functional product creation team from the collection of insights through commercialization to deliver products that exceed consumer expectations.
Skills : Footwear construction, Communicating with customers and suppliers.
Description :
- Created and built a knowledge base and stayed informed about vendor capabilities and performance, factory relationships, quality issues, materials pricing, and lead times.
- Worked on ideas and conceptualisation of shoe design.
- Sketched rough drafts for final shoe creation using the CAD software.
- Worked closely with retailers, accessory designers, and fashion designers to predict future trends and collections.
- Maintained a strong communication line with customers and the supply chain team.
- Developed strategies for season-wise release of products.
- Prepared overseas travel package for visiting abroad and recommend enhancement to projects.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering
