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Oboz Footwear

Senior Footwear Designer

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$104K - $111K/yr

Partnering with the Footwear Design Director, Footwear Team, and cross-functional partners, you'll ... manufacturability, cost, and Obōz's commitment to sustainability. * Partner with Product ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

Senior Director, Footwear Development Location: Portland, Oregon Your Opportunity at ARC'TERYX: As ... Influencing the product creation process to ensure our performance, costing, and manufacturing ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

Senior Director, Footwear Development Location: Portland, Oregon Your Opportunity at ARC'TERYX: As ... Influencing the product creation process to ensure our performance, costing, and manufacturing ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

Senior Director, Footwear Development Location: Portland, Oregon Your Opportunity at ARC'TERYX: As ... Influencing the product creation process to ensure our performance, costing, and manufacturing ...

Vfc

3D CAD Designer II (Altra)

Denver, CO · On-site

This role reports to the Design Director, Footwear. Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit ... Build a deep understanding of performance footwear construction, runner biomechanics, manufacturing ...

VF Corporation

3D CAD Footwear Designer (Altra)

Denver, CO · On-site

$27.75 - $38.25/hr

This role reports to the Design Director, Footwear. Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit ... Build a deep understanding of performance footwear construction, runner biomechanics, manufacturing ...

Altra Running

3D CAD Footwear Designer (Altra)

Denver, CO · On-site

$27.75 - $38.25/hr

This role reports to the Design Director, Footwear. Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit ... Build a deep understanding of performance footwear construction, runner biomechanics, manufacturing ...

VF Corporation

3D CAD Designer II (Altra)

Denver, CO

This role reports to the Design Director, Footwear. Let's break down that day-in-the-life a bit ... Build a deep understanding of performance footwear construction, runner biomechanics, manufacturing ...

Tecovas

Design Director, Men's Footwear

Austin, TX · On-site

... manufacturing techniques that elevate the product. * Own color, material, leather, hardware, and ... Mentor and develop the Footwear Designer through regular coaching, constructive feedback, and ...

Socket.dev

Design Director, Men's Footwear

Austin, TX · On-site

$150 - $165/hr

... manufacturing techniques that elevate the product. * Own color, material, leather, hardware, and ... Mentor and develop the Footwear Designer through regular coaching, constructive feedback, and ...

Tecovas

Design Director, Men's Footwear

Austin, TX · On-site

... manufacturing techniques that elevate the product. * Own color, material, leather, hardware, and ... Mentor and develop the Footwear Designer through regular coaching, constructive feedback, and ...

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How much do manufacturing director footwear jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for manufacturing director footwear in the United States is $141,872.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a manufacturing director footwear do?

A Manufacturing Director for Footwear oversees the entire production process of shoes within a company. They are responsible for managing factory operations, ensuring quality control, coordinating with design and supply chain teams, and implementing cost-effective manufacturing strategies. Their role also involves leading teams, improving production efficiency, and ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. This position is critical in delivering high-quality footwear products to market on time and within budget.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a manufacturing director footwear?

A Manufacturing Director in Footwear requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of production processes, supply chain management, and a relevant degree in engineering or business. Familiarity with ERP systems, lean manufacturing principles, and quality control certifications such as Six Sigma are typically essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team management skills help drive operational excellence and foster a collaborative environment. These competencies ensure efficient production, high product quality, and the ability to adapt to market demands in a competitive industry.

What are some common challenges faced by a manufacturing director footwear, and how are they typically addressed?

A Manufacturing Director in the footwear industry often faces challenges such as maintaining product quality while optimizing production efficiency, managing cross-functional teams across different locations, and adapting to rapidly changing consumer demands. Addressing these issues typically involves implementing lean manufacturing practices, investing in staff training, and fostering strong communication between design, production, and supply chain teams. Additionally, keeping up with technological advancements and sustainability requirements is crucial for long-term success in this role.

What is the difference between Manufacturing Director Footwear vs Production Manager Footwear?

AspectManufacturing Director FootwearProduction Manager Footwear
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire manufacturing operations, strategic planning, and department leadershipManages daily production activities, schedules, and team supervision
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field; extensive industry experienceBachelor's degree or diploma; experience in production management
Work EnvironmentExecutive office and manufacturing facilitiesFactory floor and production areas
Industry UsageUsed by companies to define high-level manufacturing leadership rolesCommonly used for operational, day-to-day production management

The Manufacturing Director Footwear focuses on strategic oversight and leadership of the entire manufacturing process, while the Production Manager Footwear handles daily operations and team management. Both roles require industry-specific knowledge, but the director's role is broader and more strategic.

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Infographic showing various Manufacturing Director Footwear job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,872 per year, or $68.2 per hour.

Senior Director, Footwear Development

Portland, OR • On-site

ARC'TERYX
Apparel Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

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Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Department:  Footwear 

Reports to:  VP, Footwear Development and Engineering 

Location: Portland, OR 

 
Your opportunity at Arc’teryx: 

As the Senior Director, Footwear Development, you will lead the product creation and development process to deliver disruptive, aspirational, and sustainable products to the market. You will oversee the execution of our seasonal footwear plans from design concept through production readiness, ensuring a consistent level of quality, fit, and performance. You will operate at the intersection of balancing the athlete’s needs, technical feasibility and business objectives while you work in lockstep with Merchandising, Design, Manufacturing and other cross-functional teams to deliver product that inspires the core mountain athlete to reach new levels of performance. 

Meet your future team: 

Our Product Creation Development team is a dynamic group spread across the globe.  It sits within our Supply Chain organization and is a center of excellence partner with our Footwear Business Unit. The Arc’teryx Footwear team creates innovative, aesthetically striking product that exceeds the core mountain athlete’s outdoors needs across climbing, hiking, and trail running categories. We are builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying our athlete’s future needs – then, build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are a passionate collective with a focus on collaborative teamwork, and our vision is to redefine the industry. 

If you were in the Senior Director, Footwear Development role now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:

  • Overseeing the footwear product development process from initial concept to commercialization ready, driving sustainability, performance, and profitability goals. 

  • Acting as a critical thought partner to Supply Chain and Footwear Leadership Team as we evolve our teams’ strategic priorities. 

  • Collaborating with the Footwear and Sourcing leadership teams to establish and execute a medium to long-term partner strategy grounded in product excellence, on-time delivery, quality, and risk mitigation. 

  • Developing recommendations on our future organizational structure and the technical resources needed to support growth, and hiring the technical talent needed to address current and future needs. 

  • Fostering deep, collaborative partnerships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners to ensure Arc’teryx’s standards and processes are agreed upon and followed.  You will establish technical metrics and scorecards in collaboration with Supply Chain and Footwear team partners and develop a regular cadence of reviewing and acting upon them. 

  • Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and establishing and driving a footwear innovation agenda.  You will recommend an approach to finding solutions to the technical aspects of all projects, including leveraging teams in Portland and North Vancouver, external resources, and with Tier 1 partners in Asia. 

  • Providing a strong point of view on and heavily influencing our Sustainability agenda and our corporate mission to “Leave It Better”. 

  • Driving profitability goals through collaboration with all Footwear and cross-functional stakeholders (including Sourcing, Materials, etc.) and establishing a system by which margin targets, cost breakdown, sheets and other financial and technical data are scrutinized and reviewed. 

  • Leveraging your deep functional expertise to educate, coach and mentor others 

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

  • Creating a culture of unmatched footwear product and operational excellence 

  • Hiring, coaching, and inspiring a team of talented footwear experts to drive innovation and creative vision 

  • Continuously innovating and evolving how we craft and create product to meet and exceed the needs of the guest 

  • Leading the collaboration of your team as well as the manufacturing team members to enable them the best product through clear product spec documentation of construction and engineering insight. 

Are you our next Senior Director of Footwear Development?

  • You have 15+ years’ experience in a technical aspect of the footwear industry (engineering, development, manufacturing, etc.), ideally with extensive experience in manufacturing environments in Asia 

  • You have proven experience building processes and teams from the ground up, and can lead an organization through scale and growth.  You have strong influential leadership, with the ability to drive alignment across diverse cross-functional stakeholders at all levels of the business 

  • You set a clear vision, align your team around common objectives, and foster commitment to these objectives 

  • You have an in-depth knowledge of footwear construction, foams and rubbers, pattern making, manufacturing, costing, lasts, and materials 

  • You have proven skills in interpreting design intent and product innovation 

  • You have proven performance history with domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturers 

  • You have excellent communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal 

  • You are entrepreneurial with the ability to make decisions and take calculated risks 

  • You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions 

  • You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity 

  • You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration 

  • You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement 

  • You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right 

  • Your passion for sustainability is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it 

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is USD$188,000 - USD$245,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates with demonstrated expertise that is above job requirements or who bring exceptional directly transferable experience.

Total Rewards

Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility. 

We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team. 

In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life: 

  • Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Financial wellbeing - Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching, eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
  • Time & Flexibility - Paid time off and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
  • Family support - Parental leave for birthing and on-birthing parents, including an option to ease the transition back to work.
  • Growth, community & gear - Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear). 

 *Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role. 

Equal Opportunity
 
Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. 
 
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also
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501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

North Vancouver, BC, CA

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