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Tapestry

Manager, Footwear Technician

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

The Manager, Footwear supports the operational strategy for all Tapestry Footwear products from ... This role assists in product development and commercialization, collaborating with the Sr. Director ...

Caleres

Manager, Footwear Product Development

Novato, CA · On-site

$82K - $99K/yr

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Manager, Product Development, Vionic in Novato, CA, where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands.

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL

Footwear Product Developer Brand: AZALEA WANG Reports to: Head of Product & Design for Wholesale ... Manage all design and development deliverables, ensuring internal deadlines are met to support on ...

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Footwear Product Developer Brand: AZALEA WANG Reports to: Head of Product & Design for Wholesale ... Manage all design and development deliverables, ensuring internal deadlines are met to support on ...

Akira

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Footwear Product Developer Brand: AZALEA WANG Reports to: Head of Product & Design for Wholesale ... Manage all design and development deliverables, ensuring internal deadlines are met to support on ...

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How much do footwear development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for footwear development manager in the United States is $77,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Footwear Development Manager vs Footwear Product Developer?

AspectFootwear Development ManagerFootwear Product Developer
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire footwear development process, manages teams, and coordinates with design and productionFocuses on designing and creating specific footwear products, often handling prototypes and technical details
Required SkillsProject management, leadership, industry knowledge, technical footwear expertiseDesign skills, technical footwear knowledge, creativity, product testing
Work EnvironmentManagement level, cross-department collaboration, strategic planningDesign studios, R&D labs, technical testing environments

While both roles require footwear industry knowledge, the Footwear Development Manager focuses on overseeing the entire development process and managing teams, whereas the Footwear Product Developer concentrates on designing and developing specific footwear products. The manager role is more strategic and leadership-oriented, while the developer role is more technical and creative.

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Infographic showing various Footwear Development Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,438 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Product Development Coordinator - Footwear

ALO

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$71K - $78K/yr

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PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

OVERVIEW

Alo is seeking an organized, detail-drivenProduct Development Coordinator for Footwear to support the growth and scale of our Footwear business. This role plays a critical part in ensuring development accuracy and on-time execution through ownership of PLM data, sample orders and tracking, and development calendars.

As part of the Footwear Product Development team, you will partner closely with internal teams, and external vendors to help bring product from concept to buy-ready. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated self-starter to build footwear development expertise, take ownership of core processes, and grow alongside a rapidly expanding brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Own and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), costing, and development timelines within PLM
  • Manage sample tracking and seasonal development status reporting to ensure on-time execution
  • Coordinate development calendars, sample requests, and ongoing communication with footwear vendors
  • Support costing, margin tracking, and development documentation throughout the lifecycle
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain data accuracy and support on-time buy approvals
  • Assist with fit sessions and wear testing, including preparation and follow-up
  • Support continuous improvement of development tools, systems, and workflows
  • Prepare and maintain weekly development reports on cost, margin, timelines, sample status, and buy readiness for cross-functional teams and leadership.
  • Build footwear development knowledge through close collaboration with cross-functional footwear team.
  • Coordinate carry-over and new color footwear developments on a seasonal basis to gain valuable experience and vendor communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-3 years of experience in footwear development, product development, PLM, Merchandising or related roles/experience
  • Prior Footwear PLM experience required
  • AA or BA in a relevant field such as Fashion Design, Product Development, Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Science, Merchandising, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with overseas vendors
  • General understanding of footwear construction, materials, and testing processes
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

The base salary range for this position is $71,000-$78,000 per year which represents the current range for the base salary for this exempt position. Please note that actual salaries will vary based on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. As such, on occasion and when applicable, there is the possibility that the final, agreed-upon base salary may be outside of the upper end of the range. Please also note the range listed is just one component of the company's total rewards package for exempt employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, long term incentives, a PTO policy, and many other progressive benefits.

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