C¡¦mon, tell the truth. You probably have a friend who LOVES their job so much that they thank their lucky stars every day that they get paid to do what they do. You might not currently be so lucky. It's OK though, I promise. Sole Technology, Inc. has an opening in our Footwear R&D Department that could change all that. We are looking for an Etnies Junior Product Manager to collaborate with the inline Product Managers for Etnies on Sporting Goods & Family footwear timelines. So, polish up your sweet skills to come on board with Sole Technology, Inc. and get an enviable job for yourself. Just stop being jealous that shade of green doesn¡¦t look good on anyone.

As our Junior Product Manager--etnies you will:
„X Work w/inline PM¡¦s & MM¡¦s for EG, etnies, & Kid¡¦s to create a product collection that is specific to the Sporting Goods/Family Footwear Segment
„X Work with sporting goods/family footwear sales manager and accounts to define specific needs for this segment
„X Adheres to R&D Timeline
„X Effectively shares same responsibilities as inline etnies PM, but for the sporting goods/family footwear segment
„X Review SKU list per season, making sure all items are entered correctly
„X Catalog sort order in database
„X Catalog copy in database
„X Receiving and logging new tech/photo/sales samples as they arrive
„X Organizing these samples on the racks by season and segment
„X Tracking samples to make sure they are arriving in time for key meetings
„X Prepping samples for the photo shoot
„X Making sure all sample get to the photo shoot on time
„X Preparation of the shot list for the photo shoot
„X Working together with me in the proofing process
„X Responsible for getting catalog copy done and sent off on timeline
„X Coordination of strike-off and proofs
„X Assist in building the shoe wall prior to the meeting
„X Assist on preparation of overviews
„X Assist on preparation of all paperwork
„X Preparation of all peripherals needed for these meetings

These are the skills you¡¦ll need:
„X 2 yrs of Action Sports experience required
„X College degree in related field a plus
„X Technical skills: intermediate skill in MS Office programs including PowerPoint required, as well as a basic understanding of Illustrator and Photoshop. Axapta knowledge a HUGE plus.
„X Strong written and verbal communication skills needed, as well as strong presentation skills
„X Must possess a genuine passion for footwear
„X Will need a flexible schedule as occasional overtime will be expected and 15-20% of time will be spent traveling
„X Must be a team player and comfortable in a tight-knit team environment


Sole Technology Inc. is an amazing, positive, and exciting place to work. We offer a complete benefit package, paid time off, discounts on Sole Technology brands, and fun events throughout the year. All this in addition to a casual work environment and the knowledge that you work for the best company out there! If you¡¦ve got the background qualifications we¡¦re looking for and the attitude to succeed with our organization, we¡¦d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and salary history to one of the following:
EMAIL: employment@soletechnology.com
FAX: (949) 900-2771

***VERY IMPORTANT***
Make sure to CUT AND PASTE ¡§Junior Product Manager--etnies¡¨ into the subject line when emailing your resume, or in the text of your cover letter if faxing, to insure that it gets to the right place. Resumes without a salary history will not be considered.

*Due the volume of resumes that we receive, only applicants who have the skills that match the requirements of an available position may be contacted for an interview.