Footwear Developer resume example with 11+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
I'm an organized, conscientious, footwear developer. I have a firm handle on how to engineer patterns to drive efficient yields, maximum comfort, and most favorable import duty. I keep communication transparent across teams, providing costing and construction guidance as well as steering material selection. I understand that change is the nature of the business and I try to keep an open mind in every situation and adapt accordingly.
Developed FW19 men's and women's lifestyle footwear
Managed 6 new tools, 75 new uppers, and 1400 skus in one season
Prepared and executed pattern revisions and color CADs
Managed factory transfer of two collections from Thailand to China working closely with the new factories to execute samples to precisely duplicate current production.
Managed
the development of men's and women's outdoor performance and lifestyle
footwear ranging from sandals, sneakers, waterproof, and insulated boots
Collaboratively
built briefs with marketing and design teams by providing material,
construction, costing and timeline knowledge
Reviewed
upper shell patterns and tooling files at each round; providing pattern
suggestions anticipating and resolving fit and construction challenges
Critically
examined cost breakdowns during sample reviews providing options to hit
targeted FOB
Analyzed
fit and wear testing results leading to discussion around what functional
changes are needed; providing a strategy to solve fit concerns that come up
late in the process without delaying commercialization for on-time delivery
Supervise changes made to construction and material
selection and work with material vendors, mold shops and pattern master
Advised designers on pattern engineering for efficient yields, best fit, and
favorable import duties
Created
calendars and action plans to keep the
greater team on track for timely product reviews and on-time sample delivery
Created
best practices for tech package creation, process flow, and data archiving
Implemented
a last consolidation effort to ensure fit consistency and consumer confidence
Worked
closely with the fit and wear-testing team to improve footwear fit, comfort,
and proper grading through extreme sizes
Confirmed
final product for commercialization
In the
event of product cancelation, performed project "autopsy" from
concept to execution to learn from
mistakes and prevent repeating them
Footwear Developer II, 09/2006 - 09/2010 PUMA – City, STATE,
Managed
the development of Puma men's and women's "Archive" footwear
collection
Researched
account customer profiles, regional needs, and product trends to co-create
project briefs
Developed
several collaborations with Supreme, Sneaker Freaker, and Alife featured on
Hypebeast
Created
new materializations and thematic stories to keep classic silhouettes fresh
and trend-right
Advised
designers on pattern engineering for efficient yields, best fit, and
favorable import duties
Consulted
on 2D blueprints and 3D modeling of midsole, outsole, sockliner and other
molded components
Reviewed
cost breakdowns and material percentages to
rework and negotiate with suppliers as needed
Created
and proof-read catalog copy
Education and Training
Bachelor of Arts: Public Policy Planning and Management, Expected in - University of Oregon - Eugene, OR GPA:
Professional Training
ISA Tan
Tec Leather Finishing School
Professional
development courses including Conflict Resolution, Influencing Skills,
Managing for First Time Managers, DISC Assessment and Application, Managing
Millennials, Illustrator for Beginners
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