Director of Product Development
NodeFlair
- Ninh Binh, Ninh Binh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the entire product lifecycle and manage the product timeline according to an embedded GTM calendar.
- Set essential, non-negotiable requirements for product excellence with the teams (Allbirds ad Factory).
- Conduct in-region fittings and provide technical guidance to resolve construction issues.
- Establish a QA process to ensure product excellence from ITO to finished goods.
- Implement quality assurance processes and continuous improvement initiatives across all product development, commercialization, and production stages.
- Take ownership of Testing, materials, and FGT.
- Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials and reduction of LLTs.
- Provide leadership and guidance to drive team performance, efficiency, and excellence.
- Embed a process for ITP to finished goods to ensure an excellent quality product as a minimum.
- Set basic requirements with the factory and team for the basic requirements of good quality production.
- Create communication channels for key stakeholders to understand regional priorities and deliver OTIF against a proven GTM calendar.
- Bachelor's degree in Footwear, Fashion Design, Engineering, or related field.
- Additional certifications or training in Footwear, knitting, construction, and development are advantageous.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in footwear Development or commercialization, with significant tenure in a leadership role.
- Expertise in manufacturing processes, technical specifications, and quality standards.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Competitive salary
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Fitness benefits
- Phone/communication benefit
- Free shoes
- Generous holiday
- Team events
- 401K (if a US resident)