Senior Manager, Technical Design, QA (Footwear)

About the role

The Senior Manager, Footwear QA & Technical Design, leads the execution of business plans by aligning operational priorities and removing obstacles to optimize performance. This role oversees product approval workflows, product fittings, supplier management, and quality assurance while fostering a collaborative team environment through coaching and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of multiple business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to optimize performance.
• Fitting footwear and providing feedback to factories and cross functional teams to make improvements.
• Develop associates through training, mentoring, performance evaluations, and coaching to build a collaborative team environment.
• Manage departmental calendars and coordinate with cross-functional partners to align product approval and delivery schedules.
• Develop and implement tools and specifications to enhance productivity and ensure alignment with brand strategies.
• Oversee product approval workflows, quality standards, and supplier onboarding processes to maintain compliance and efficiency.
• Foster strong relationships with business partners and promote adherence to company policies and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience in footwear technical design and product lifecycle management within complex business environments.
• Strong skills in workflow management and quality management to ensure adherence to standards and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Expertise in managing supplier performance and onboarding processes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, communicate effectively, and drive alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Commitment to ethical practices, compliance, and fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Textiles, Design, or related field and 4 years’ experience in technical design, product development, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in technical design, product development, or related area.
• 1 year’s supervisory experience.

Benefits

• Benefits: Beyond our great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while being inclusive of all people.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : Stock

Schedule

This role is onsite 5 days a week.