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Crocs

Director, Product Development - Materials

Westwood, MA · On-site

$176K - $186K/yr

... management processes to improve visibility, accuracy, decision-making, and cross-functional speed ... Serve as an integral leader within the Footwear Product Development leadership team, engaging and ...

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.

Vida Shoes International

Footwear Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

... to manage flow of development * Support with domestic and international shipments * Keen eye to ... College design degree in footwear or applicable degrees highly preferred * 3-5+Years of footwear ...

Crocs

Director, Product Development - Materials

Westwood, MA · On-site

$176K - $186K/yr

... management processes to improve visibility, accuracy, decision-making, and cross-functional speed ... Serve as an integral leader within the Footwear Product Development leadership team, engaging and ...

Boot Barn

Women's Footwear Designer

Irvine, CA · On-site

DESIGNER, FOOTWEAR REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF WOMEN'S DESIGN STATUS: EXEMPT Summary Boot Barn is where ... Manage final style handoff to Product Development, ensuring all approvals and documentation are ...

Adidas

Footwear Designer (Golf)

Carlsbad, CA · Hybrid

As a Footwear Designer for adidas Golf, you will lead the creation of globally relevant and ... Manage the design process from pre-season research and concept development through ...

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How much do footwear development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $77,438 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Associate Development Coordinator

Robert Half

Costa Mesa, CA • On-site

$18 - $19/hr

Temporary

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

We are looking for an Associate Development Coordinator to support the client’s Footwear Development team throughout the product creation process, from initial tech package setup through final product confirmation. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for footwear, product creation, and the action sports lifestyle who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

In this role you will partner with Development, Product, Design, Sourcing, and other cross-functional teams to help deliver high-quality footwear products that meet client standards for innovation, performance, quality, and cost targets.


Key Responsibilities:

·        Support footwear development projects from tech package creation through final production confirmation.

·        Assist in coordinating product information, development timelines, and project deliverables across cross-functional teams.

·        Maintain accurate development documentation, specifications, and product records.

·        Help build and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product data within PLM systems.

·        Communicate development updates and follow up on action items to ensure projects remain on schedule.

·        Collaborate with Development, Design, Product Merchandising, Sourcing, and Manufacturing partners throughout the product creation process.

·        Track sample progress, development milestones, and product changes.

·        Assist with product costing and margin-related development activities.

·        Support data management, reporting, and administrative functions related to footwear development.

Core Qualifications:

·        1–2+ years of experience in footwear development, product development, merchandising, sourcing, or a related field.

·        Basic understanding of footwear construction, materials, and product development processes.

·        Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·        Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

·        Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and accountability.

·        Passion for footwear, product creation, and consumer products.

·        Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

·        Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow within a product development organization.

·        Appreciation for and connection to the action sports, lifestyle, or outdoor industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

·        Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, Industrial Design, or a related field.

·        Experience working in the footwear, apparel, sporting goods, or consumer products industry.

·        Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, preferably Flex PLM.

·        Experience creating or maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).

·        Exposure to product costing, sourcing, manufacturing, or supplier management processes.

·        Internship or professional experience supporting product creation teams.

·        Understanding of footwear development timelines from concept through commercialization.

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About Robert Half

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the idea of professional talent solutions to connect opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. As business needs changed, we evolved to offer specialized talent solutions for finance and accounting, technology, administrative and customer support, creative and marketing, and legal fields. In 2002, we introduced our subsidiary, Protiviti, a global independent risk consulting and internal audit service, to support companies as they faced more strategic business challenges.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Year founded

1948

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