At Rothy's, we're seeking a Manager, Footwear Engineering to lead the development and application of fit, wear-testing, and consumer insight strategies across our footwear portfolio. This role is analytical and hands-on, translating consumer feedback, testing data, and technical evaluation into clear product recommendations.
Requirements
- Create and implement a streamlined, scalable approach for leveraging quantitative and qualitative consumer data to inform product development, fit decisions, and commercialization strategies
- Synthesize wear test results, lab testing, and consumer feedback into clear, actionable insights that influence product, fit standards, and future development direction
- Establish and continuously improve best-in-class product testing methodologies for existing styles, new silhouettes, and emerging categories, with a focus on knit footwear
- Partner with Product Development and Design teams to identify opportunities to refine and enhance the existing assortment through fact-based product insights
- Analyze primary and secondary research to inform fit improvements, material choices, construction updates, and commercialization readiness
- Prioritize key fit, wear, and performance risks to ensure a smooth and timely transition from development into production
- Act as a technical partner during commercialization, ensuring product readiness aligns with consumer expectations and brand standards
- Collaborate closely with Marketing to translate consumer insights, testing results, and product benefits into compelling, authentic product stories
- Leverage consumer insights, market research, and analytics to identify growth opportunities and support broader brand and product initiatives
- Strategically recruit, manage, and grow relationships with internal and external wear test participants, including core consumers and target segments
- Build, document, and maintain official wear testing protocols for internal and external groups, ensuring consistency, quality, and scalability
- Establish and maintain regular communication with Asia-based factory partners, sharing key consumer insights, testing outcomes, and product learnings
- Ensure factory teams are informed and aligned on fit, wear, and performance expectations to support future development and continuous improvement
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- 401k matching
- Comprehensive health plans for you and your family
- Supplemental mental health benefits
- Monthly wellness reimbursement
- Dog friendly offices
- Employee Discount Program!
