Brooks Running
Footwear Developer II, Innovation
US, Washington, Seattle · Mid
Sponsorship not specified$98k-$147kDetected 114 days ago
IllustratorProject ManagementIntellectual PropertyLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
- We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement - because we're all moving towards something.
- Your role on the project team is part technical expert and part project leader.
Responsibilities
- Execute the innovation product development role by delivering on Brooks' Fit, Feel, Ride, and Crafted Beauty principles as related to specific projects via an unwavering dedication always to deliver excellence.
- Provide leadership to Design and Product Line Management teams to uncover new ways that innovative materials and designs can be manufacturable and meet project goals and performance, sustainability, cost, and quality objectives.
- Partner with vendors and factories in the manufacturing process to discover and advance new manufacturing techniques that enhance the overall performance of product.
- Partner with Sustainability teams to ensure materials and manufacturing processes meet and exceed brand goals.
- Connect with legal teams to initiate Intellectual Property reviews and create contracts with new partners.
- Own sample management for assigned projects, including receipt and distribution of all samples, sample checking, and communicating updates to all teammates.
- Create and maintain technical packages and Bills of Materials (BOM's) for assigned projects.
- Create and build a knowledge base and stay informed about vendor capabilities and performance, factory relationships, quality issues, materials pricing, and lead times.
- Own project management role for multiple Blueline, Athlete, and Advanced Development projects from Brief Phase through Design, Development, and delivery to In-line or Commercialization teams.
- Lead team execution of innovation projects from Briefing through Tech Transfer.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biomechanics, Engineering, Kinesiology, or related technical field
- 5+ years of successful experience leading the development of high-performance, technical running footwear projects
- Expertise in technical running footwear product development, process, project management, costing, and manufacturing of product from conception to retail
- 3+ years of experience in innovation of athletic footwear desired
- Must be optimistic that a solution to difficult challenges can be found, with the perseverance to keep investigating options until it is
- with the ability to challenge the status quo - always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details
- Ability to work in new arenas of footwear development where specific direction and solution path is unclear at the start
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate new ideas, concepts, and functional expertise within project teams and to external stakeholders
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- equivalent combination of education and years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree(s)
- Curious and open-minded
- always open to a challenge, inventive, and seeking creative solutions
- Proven ability to drive a decision in a collaborative, cross-functional group without command/control to meet strategic objectives
- Demonstrated ability to develop productive relationships with individuals and teams that are made up of diverse disciplines and cultural backgrounds, resulting in effective working relationships across the company
- Keen attention to detail in planning, organization, and execution of tasks (self and through others), while seeing the big picture with support and understanding how all of the pieces fit together and affect one another
Nice to have
- Experience participating in and/or high knowledge of nuances surrounding track & field events and road racing (familiarity with the sport)
- knowledge of World Athletics footwear competition rules and regulations
- Strong computer skills, including experience with Illustrator, Smartsheet, and MS Office software.
Compensation
- The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $98,286 - $147,428 per year.
- Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
- Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company perform
- Participate in development trips, 3 - 4 per year, to work with manufacturers and suppliers on existing and current development projects.
Benefits
- Brooks offers generous time off, including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave.
- Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!
- Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company perform
- Continuous learning of Brooks Fit, Feel & Ride manufacturing best practices.
- Be the technical product expert in the room on the WFSGI to ensure rules and implementations match the Brooks racing footwear product vision.
Company info
- At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
- Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
- Runner First
- At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive.
- That's why we're driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive - whether it's a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
- We act in the best interest of the runner
- Word is Bond
- We do what we say we'll do
- Champion Heart
- We give our all in everything we do
- There is no "I" in Run
- We stay generous with our humanity
- Keep Moving
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