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Product Developer – Footwear

Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.

Morgan Hill, CA, 95037

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This position is responsible for delivering an industry leading cycling footwear line. Working directly with a focused & highly collaborative product team, this position manages all aspects of technical footwear development from design handoff, tech pack creation, internal & external testing through to on-time final production. This position requires being able to execute with multiple vendors and overseas development to ensure timely delivery in the context of building innovative and market leading footwear.

How you make a difference:

1. Manage development timeline to ensure footwear & components are developed, approved & delivered on time and meet quality/performance standards.
2. Daily interface with overseas development team and domestic/overseas vendor partners.
3. Partner with design to develop detailed specification packages in 2D & 3D for precise communication with vendors/overseas development.
4. Manage sampling process to meet the diverse needs of pro athlete, product team & marketing groups.
5. Maintain accurate & organized project documentation to track specifications and development history.
6. Work with vendors & overseas development to develop BOM & product costing worksheets.
7. Work with overseas development on costing strategy & negotiations to meet cost targets.
8. Collaborate with overseas team on vendor sourcing to meet short & long term goals.
9. Responsible for part number generation & maintenance to ensure accuracy of product & cost information in the equipment MPL.
10. Budget for & track tooling expenses.
11. Responsible for size grade testing & fit trials as appropriate.
12. Coordinate with product management to provide specification & unique rider benefit information for dealerbook, presentations and other marketing.
13. Conduct rider/athlete testing and outside labs as necessary to ensure function and quality.
14. Responsible for development & production of owner’s manuals and packaging as required.
15. Attend SBCU or other functions as necessary to represent product line & gather relevant product feedback as needed.
16. Perform first article inspections to ensure final product quality prior to reaching the market.
17. Domestic and international travel to Asia/Europe (3-5 trips/year), domestic (1-3 trips/year).
18. Travel to tradeshows, industry events, and partner with vendors to track market trends and innovative materials and constructions.
19. Proactively work with factory & overseas development to anticipate or resolve quality issues.
20. Work with PM & design to stay informed about current product and market trends.
21. Other duties as assigned by the manager

What you need to win:

1. Ideal candidate has bachelor’s degree plus 3-8 years.
2. Preferred candidate has footwear & softgoods development experience.
3. Ideal candidate has knowledge of polymers, materials and textiles, injection molding, mold making and construction methods.
4. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels of organization and internationally with vendors and subsidiaries.
5. Candidate has a working knowledge of development process including timelines, pricing & delivery. Experience in Asian development and production is required.
6. Able to develop detailed specification and prepare technical packages.
7. A team player with strong organizational skills, who is highly flexible, and able to handle multiple task and manage multiple priorities
8. Knowledge of Adobe based applications: Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop or willingness to learn
9. Proficient with Excel, Word
10. Avid cyclist - mtb, road, bmx or triathlon
11. Familiar with cycling biomechanics, bike fit and ergonomics is preferred.
12. Ability to work as part of a team and independently.

About Specialized:
Specialized is the global leader in the designing and manufacturing of high performing technologically advanced bicycles, components and cycling apparel for world champion riders and cycling enthusiasts. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Morgan Hill, California, Specialized is a global company with offices throughout the world.

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