MADE Domestic Footwear Product Developer

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As a Product Developer on the Domestic Development team, you will work daily with a cross-functional project team on development tasks and monitor associated deadlines for various Made In the USA footwear initiatives. You will be responsible for maintaining open lines of communication with product engineering, engineering services, purchasing, planning, marketing, design, manufacturing, and development center. You will generate spec sheets and tech packages that will drive the creation of prototypes. In this position, you will gain an understanding of shoe construction, terminology, technical drawings, and manufacturing processes. You will work directly with domestic and international suppliers to select, order, and track materials needed for prototyping and manufacturing trials. You will learn to evaluate prototypes and extreme samples for accuracy and quality standards. You will develop an understanding of margins, FOB (free on board), and costing factors to help drive the business.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* General Understanding of shoe construction, raw materials, and design for manufacturing concepts.
* Accurate and on-time Spec writing.
* Creating quality standards and signing go-by samples for manufacturing reference.
* Review of tech drawings.
* Timely and accurate creation of Tooling Requests, Work Travelers & Cost requests to direct Prototype builds
* Distribution of prototypes and samples to appropriate parties/recipients and maintenance of Product display walls.
* Travel to domestic raw material suppliers and New Balance MADE Manufacturing sites as needed.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
* 1-3 years of project management experience and/or footwear experience is a plus.
* Basic comprehension of materials, components, patterns, and molds/tooling.
* Proven ability to meet deadlines.
* Project management experience
* Highly organized and detail orientated
* Strong computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator
* Ability to work both independently and in a team atmosphere.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.