Bared Footwear
Product Developer
| company: | Bared Footwear |
| job title: | Product Developer |
| location: | Oakleigh |
| work type: | Full-time |
| level: | Mid-level |
| closing: | 30.06.2025 |
Role Description
We’re seeking a driven and detail-oriented Product Developer to join our fast-paced product team. With a strong foundation in footwear and at least 2 years of industry experience, you’ll play a key role in managing the production lifecycle—owning timelines, specifications, and supplier communications—while leading key sustainability initiatives across our product ranges.
You’ll work closely with the Product and Sustainability teams, owning end-to-end processes from sample approvals to packaging and compliance. This is a hands-on, collaborative role that requires strong organisation, clear communication, and a genuine passion for footwear and responsible production.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct trend and competitor research, including retail visits, to support range development.
- Create and manage detailed product specifications and product data entry in our system.
- Illustrate detailed CADs and send detailed tech packs to suppliers for sample development.
- Own the tracking and approval of all bulk sample and material submissions.
- Manage seasonal range board creation and communicate updates with internal stakeholders.
- Manage the sample and production schedule with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
- Approve packaging components and ensure compliance with brand standards.
- Update and distribute supplier manuals and process documents as needed.
- Organise and document fit sessions; ensure sample flow supports critical path timelines.
- Provide administrative and organisational support to the wider product team.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication with suppliers; work alongside the team to manage the critical path and highlight any delivery concerns.
- Identify and track new sustainable materials and components for use in future product development.
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