Footwear Product Developer I - Genesco Brands Group
GenescoNashville, Tennessee, United States
Posted May 26, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Genesco is a global footwear retailer and brand owner operating over 1,400 stores across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The company offers a diverse range of fashion and classic footwear, including its own brands and licensed products such as Levi’s, Dockers, and Bass. Genesco also sells wholesale through its Johnston & Murphy line, providing high‑quality shoes to a broader market. By blending trend‑setting styles with timeless classics, Genesco delivers both style and durability to consumers. Its extensive retail footprint and dual focus on retail and wholesale enable the company to capture a wide audience while maintaining strong brand equity.
Job Description
The Footwear Product Developer is responsible for coordinating the development process of seasonal men’s, women's and kids footwear collections, collaborating with design, merchandising, technical teams, and global partners to deliver innovative, brand-right, and market-relevant products.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study
- Minimum of 1-3 years footwear industry experience (women's and/or kids experience preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and industry-specific tools such as Product Line Management and Development software
- Working knowledge of footwear materials, footwear lasts, leathers, outsoles, and constructions
- Strong analytical and structural thinking skills with a solid commercial mindset and problem-solving ability
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with global design, manufacturing, and sourcing teams
- Effective time management, highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced development cycles
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally