Footwear Development Manager (m/f/d)

• Managing new technical solutions all the way through the ideation, planning, prototyping, 3D Construction, Mold Making, preproduction and bulk ready process
• You focus especially on mold making and PU related projects and steer tightly internal and external tooling making partners (own mold shop, external tooling engineering offices, external mold makers)
• Focuses on the development of new (out of the box) constructions and components specified on mainly Orthopedic Products, Professional Footwear and Shoes
• Managing component developments with material suppliers starting from testing the sample-material till production feasibility
• Hold and extend best knowledge about biomechanics, orthopedic needs, footwear functionality and production technologies

• Education and/or studies in the orthopedic field e.g. shoe/industrial manufacturing, shoe technician, orthopedic technician
• Min 5 years of working experience in the orthopedic or shoe industry (or related)
• Know-how of footwear manufacturing methods, construction and materials
• expert Knowledge about orthopedics and biomechanical principles
• Skills in Data Management Software and project management
• Fit in MS Office
• Fluent in English, German is an advantage

WE OFFER:

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities.