A world leader in innovative, casual footwear, Crocs, Inc., is dedicated to the future of comfort. Our original and most famous style, the Classic Clog, is instantly recognized around the world — and for good reason: since 2002, we’ve sold more than 600 million pairs in over 90 countries! We achieved our status as a global leader in the casual footwear category by taking an inherently simple approach to uniting style, modern comfort, and value. 

Every day, we make a choice to have an open mind and look on the bright and colorful side of life. We embrace and celebrate the uniqueness in everyone, inviting the world to Come As You Are!

The Product Developer will be responsible for the development of new footwear designs as well as other projects involving colors and graphics on carryover product. Starting from the initial ideation phase through manufacturing. The position will work with and support the Product Creation Team to develop a wide range of In-line products, calendar, and process improvement, and achieve product objectives around aesthetic, quality, and cost within the necessary timeline.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Work with a global, cross-functional product creation team from design and development breakthroughs through commercialization to build products that go above and beyond
• Ability to analyze design packs and prepare for factory results
• Maintain Product Bill of Materials (BOM) and communicate costing for products in development
• Identify potential manufacturing, efficiency and costing concerns during the product development cycle and cost targets
• Be responsible for the sample process, including submitting clear sample request, summarize product tear-downs within the team, and document and communicate any revisions accordingly
• Communicate opportunities to product teams for improved construction, materials, and components to improve functionality, aesthetics, duty, and fit
• Initiate meetings with product teams during various phases of development to review, evaluate, update and ultimately drive the decision-making process that leads to on–time production confirmation and goals
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities 
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to team through explanation of facts and policies
• Ability to speak to and predict margin and duty classification
• Assist on production quality issues when vital
• A strong foundation of supplier capabilities, factory relations, quality issues, material pricing, and lead times
• Understands and maintains standards for design quality and development process
• Successfully able to navigate and prioritize results in a fast-paced working environment
• Ability to adjust with the constantly evolving needs of the business
• Responsible for the physical management and storage of prototypes and samples
• Proactively maintain clear team communication regarding the product development status
• Understand and drive timelines with our cross-functional departments, manufacturing partners, and material supply chain

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Marketing, Business, or a related field is required
• Two (2+) years of experience in product creation or similar role is required.  Education, beyond requirements, in a related field may substitute for professional experience requirement on a year for year basis
• Expanded conceptual understanding of the product development and manufacturing process
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to help establish or improve process
• Shown verbal and written communication skills with an ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives
• Be a problem solver, who can work independently, and deal with ambiguity using experience and precedent
• Able to develop situational responses for unique process exceptions 
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong decision-making capabilities
• Effective collaborator adept at working efficiently within a team and cross-functionally
• Informal leadership and mentorship abilities
• Some domestic and international travel may be required
• Demonstrate a passion for premium product and team building
• Excellent team player attitude
• Passionate about team culture and being surrounded by good people

Crocs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Title: Product Developer

Job Level: Individual Contributor 

Career Level: CL4

Salary Range:  $70,000 - $85,000

Workplace Persona: Collaborator (hybrid work schedule; in office 60-80%)

This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program. 

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.