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Associate Product OperationsTechnical Developer, Footwear

About us:
Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America's leading retailers.
At the heart of one of the world's best loved and most recognizable brands is an impeccableOwned Brand Sourcing & Developmentorganization.We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing, and we infuse everything we do with our passion for affordable chic. We develop,makeand deliver the stylish new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve. We stay ahead of the curve, proactivelyidentifyingour market's needs and exceeding them, every time. Join one of our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect. Here,you'llbe close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the Target-owned brands that surprise and gratify guests, wherever and whenever they love to shop.

A role with theFootwearDevelopment team means a big opportunity tostart from scratchand create something truly original. Are you afootwearproduct development expert who can support your business by staying one step ahead ofthe industry? Can youdemonstratethe utmost attention to detail and develop products that are unprecedented in the marketplace for their value? Thenyou'llhave successonourFootwearDevelopmentteam who owns the development of all Target-owned brands. In close partnership with our design,merchantand sourcing counterparts,you'lldrive brand cohesion and continuity, ensuring that our products meet the merchant line plans, assortment strategies, pricepointsand guest expectations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate withCFTto research and develop guest-focused Owned Brand product from concept throughproduction

• Partner with Sr. Technical Designer, Designer, Merchandising, Sourcing and Vendors to deliver on product objectives and business strategy while adhering to calendar timelines

• In partnership with overseas technical design teams and vendors,create,maintainandcomplete accuratespecifications and approvals in PLMsystem

• Communicate daily with internal and external partners to ensurehigh qualityexecution in materials, components, and fit

• Perform fit evaluation on samples for fit, construction, and quality

• Assistin-cycle technical research, wear testing, quality analysis,innovationand productsolutions

• Partnerproactively with overseas technical designers, productionengineersand vendors to alleviate potential manufacturing, quality, and fit concerns within the productdevelopment cycle

• Assist in conductingmarket research of competitors, benchmarks, and new opportunities to engineer value and drive development of costviablequality products.

• Assistwith guest insights and product testing teams to drive guest research and wear testing to build products that fosterinclusivity

• Assist in supportingclose tovendorand production teamsbyreviewingproduction issues andcollaboratingwith CFT toresolve

• Help establish and enhance product development guidelines andstandardsby category and brand

• ShadowTechnicalDevelopmentTeam'svendor training, onboarding,assessmentsandaccreditation

• Assist in building and maintaining last library

• Performs other duties as required/assigned by manager

• This role is performed in office 4 days/week from our Downtown MN campus. This is not a remote eligible role.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree, AA, or certification in technical design, product design, industrial design, or related field; equivalent hands-on experience in the footwear industry will also be considered.

• 0-4years' experience in footwear product development, or other related industry

• Knowledge of footwear fit, construction, molds/blueprints, and lasts,not required, but valued

• Proficientuse of relevant computer applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, PLM system, 3D CAD experience is a plus)

• Attention to detail, problem solving and decision-making skills

• Drive to learn andretainnew technologyand software as it pertains torole

• Strong multi-tasking ability while being detail oriented with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

• Ability to proactivelytroubleshootandproblem solvein a fast-paced, often changing, highly collaborative environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, withabilityto effectively influence.

• Committed to continuous learning, diversity, equity, and inclusion