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We are looking for people who want to turn their passion into a profession. People who share the creativity, focus and aspiration of our athletes. People who bring our brand and products to the world.
Our headquarters in Kennelbach/Bregenz (Austria) is currently looking for a
TASKS
* Drive development of high-performance racquet sports footwear from concept to commercialization
* Lead product creation with costing, performance and technical solutions for designers and factories
* Manage tech packs (blueprints, patterns, color CADs, material maps) with design team
* Collaborate with Asian manufacturing partners to ensure flawless execution
* Oversee material testing, quality and durability with QC teams
* Ensure on-time delivery while maintaining premium quality standards
* Innovate by testing/implementing new materials, technologies and processes
* Conduct regular business trips to Asia for development, production and QC
* Partner with cross-functional teams to meet design and performance goals
PROFIL
* More than 10 years of experience in the development of sports performance footwear with a successful collaboration with factories in Asia
* Expertise in production technologies, material testing and quality management
* Solid knowledge of footwear lasts, materials, pattern making, shoe fitting and an understanding of laboratory test results
* Experience in footwear costing and cost optimization
* Familiarity with 3D software (Rhino, SolidWorks) and Adobe Illustrator is a plus
* Fluent in English, German is an advantage
* Structured, independent and solution-oriented team player with a positive mindset, strong communication and project management skills
* Mentoring experience is welcome
* Willingness to travel internationally approx. 4 times a year, mainly to Asia
OFFER
* Full-time job in an international environment
* Employee shop with top sports equipment
* Sports facilities and sporty colleagues
* Lunch and transportation allowance (public transportation)
* Located in an amazing location by Lake Constance
CONTACT
Mrs. Lampl is looking forward to receiving your online application including CV, cover letter and information about previous shoe development projects at www.head.com/jobs
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Product Management and Project Management
* Industries
Wholesale and Sporting Goods Manufacturing
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