Brooks Running
Senior Footwear Developer, Innovation
US, Washington, Seattle · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$124k-$186kDetected 111 days ago
IllustratorProject ManagementIntellectual PropertyResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringMicrosoft 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.
- This role will act as a positive driving force in the innovation process and impact business results by discovering new potentials in footwear performance and manufacturing, and contributing to our long-term innovation strategy.
Responsibilities
- Execute the innovation product development role by delivering on Brooks' Fit, Feel, Ride, and Crafted Beauty principles on multiple, concurrent projects via an unwavering dedication to always 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.
- Identify and partner with vendors, factories, and the Sourcing team to discover and advance new manufacturing techniques that enhance the overall performance of product.
- Partner with Sustainability teams to discover new materials and manufacturing processes that meet and exceed brand goals.
- Partner with legal teams to initiate Intellectual Property reviews and drive positive working and contractual relationships 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 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 complex Blueline, Athlete, Advanced Development, and Future Concepts projects from Brief Phase through Design, Development, and delivery to In-line, Commercialization, or other Innovation teams.
- Lead team execution of innovation projects from Briefing to Tech Transfer.
- Plan and execute projects according to project critical dates that lead to on-time delivery of project goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biomechanics, Engineering, Kinesiology, or related technical field
- 9+ years of successful experience leading the development of high-performance, technical running
- Proven leadership in technical running footwear product development, process, project management, costing, and manufacturing of product from conception to retail
- 5+ years of experience in the 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
- Must be willing and show talent for training less-experienced teammates in footwear development, the innovation mindset, and how to lead cross-functional teams to success
- 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 a specific direction and solution path is unclear at the start
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a good 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)
- footwear projects
- Curious and open-minded
- always open for 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
Nice to have
- 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 $124,234 - $186,404 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 performance.
- Location - You will spend 4 days per week in our Seattle offices, as we believe our organization flourishes when connections, collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and celebrations happen in person.
- We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply.
- Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
Benefits
- Brooks offers generous time off, including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave. Bonus
- In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance. Perks
- At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity.
- Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!
- Paid Time Off - Brooks offers generous time off, including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick and parental leave.
- Bonus - In addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.
- Perks - Including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.
- Including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.
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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