Product Development Manager (Footbed)

Our client is a foreign-invested manufacturing company, now looking for an Product Development Manager (Footbed, ID-18194):

• Lead and manage the Development team in designing and developing high-performance PU foam insoles for footwear applications

• Conduct research on PU foam properties, manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies to improve product quality and durability

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, production, marketing) to align R&D efforts with business goals

• Follow up and take ownership of tooling tests for new projects assigned by related departments

• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation of new insole designs to ensure they meet industry standards and customer expectations

• Coordinate with Tier 1 suppliers throughout the development process—from concept to mass production

• Ensure all products meet company standards for performance, aesthetics, and cost-efficiency

• Work closely with designers, engineers, and production teams to translate design concepts into manufacturable products

• Facilitate team discussions on planning, troubleshooting, and organizing new development projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in product development within the footwear or materials industry

• Strong knowledge of PU foam materials and footwear manufacturing processes

• Proven leadership experience in managing development teams and cross-functional collaboration

• Excellent project management skills with a focus on timelines, productivity, and quality control

• Ability to analyze technical data and translate insights into actionable development strategies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments and with external partners

• Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional language skills are a plus

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment