Product Development Manager
Job Description
Title: Product Development Manager
Company Name: FB Footwear Ltd.
Vacancy: --
Age: At least 30 years
Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh
Salary: --
Experience:
- 8 to 12 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear
Published: 2026-06-18
Application Deadline: 2026-07-18
Education:
Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Leather Engineering, Footwear Engineering, or related field.
Additional certifications in footwear technology preferred.
Requirements:
- 8 to 12 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Tannery/Footwear
Skills Required:
Additional Requirements:
- Age At least 30 years
Experience
8–12 years of experience in footwear product development.
Minimum 3 years in a managerial role.
Experience with international brands and buyers.
Skills Required
Footwear construction knowledge.
Project management.
Product costing.
Material and tooling knowledge.
Leadership and team management.
Computer Skill & CAD/CAM (ICAD 3D+, Shoe master).
Problem-solving and decision-making.
Strong communication skills.
Responsibilities & Context:
Department: Product Development (PD)
Job Purpose:
To lead and manage the footwear product development process from concept to commercialization, ensuring timely sample development, technical feasibility, cost optimization, quality compliance, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development & Project Management
Lead the end-to-end footwear development process from design concept to production readiness.
Coordinate with Merchandising, Design, Technical, Commercial, Production, and Quality teams to ensure successful development.
Ensure timely submission of all development samples according to customer timelines.
Monitor development schedules and take corrective actions to avoid delays.
Technical Development
Review customer tech packs, specifications, and development requirements.
Evaluate construction, materials, molds, tooling, and manufacturing feasibility.
Approve technical specifications before sample production.
Resolve technical issues related to fitting, construction, grading, and production feasibility.
Sample Room Management
Supervise sample room activities and ensure efficient utilization of manpower and resources.
Monitor sample quality and ensure first-time-right sample submissions.
Drive continuous improvement in sample making processes.
Costing & Commercial Support
Work closely with merchandising and costing teams to achieve target FOB prices.
Identify opportunities for material and process optimization without compromising quality.
Customer & Vendor Coordination
Participate in customer meetings, development reviews, and technical discussions.
Coordinate with suppliers regarding material sourcing, mold development, tooling, and technical support.
Team Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop Product Development Engineers, Assistant Managers, and sample technicians.
Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
Process Improvement
Establish and maintain SOPs for product development activities.
Analyse development KPIs and implement improvement initiatives.
Reduce development lead time and sample rejection rates.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time sample submission rate
Sample approval rate
Development lead time
Sample cost accuracy
Customer satisfaction
Development project completion rate
Sample rejection percentage
Job Other Benifits:
Employment Status: Full Time
Job Work Place:
Company Information:
Gender: Male and Female can apply
Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job
Category: Garments/Textile
