Product Development Manager

Job Description:

Design and present concepts for footwear and overall design
direction: material, trim, colour.
2. Develop and execute clear and detailed technical packages for
development.
3. Provide product conceptualization and alternatives that meet the needs of
the product as outlined by product marketing and the product brief.
4. Apply seasonal brand direction, market research, trend insight, and
knowledge to interpret business briefs from the product team to select
materials, and actively creates and presents new innovative concepts.
5. Develop and create illustrations and technical drawings for new design
concepts and digital renderings of materialization in Photoshop and Corel
Draw, detailing the concept, materials, and development specifications based

6. Manage and drive multiple design projects from conceptualization to
finished product adhering to calendar deadlines while completing digital
template guidelines.
7. Review prototypes in a timely manner and update tech packs to reflect
agreed-upon changes and modifications.
8. Collaborate with the development team to design products within specific
pricing and market segment goals.
9. Collaborate and clearly communicate with the Product and design team to
ensure design objectives are reflected in the creation and execution of the
product.
10. Collaborate with and support peers to ensure season runs smoothly.
11. Sourcing and briefing production teams who will create each range