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Head of Footwear | Footwear Materials & Product Development Lead | Lifestyle & Performance Business | Circa £65,000 - £85,000 DOE + Benefits Why This Role Matters: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping an iconic, high-visibility footwear launch-one that redefines innovation, pushes performance boundaries, and sets a new standard for the industry. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and bring groundbreaking ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you. This is for someone who blends creative ambition with deep technical expertise, pushing the boundaries of what footwear can be. This role is at the heart of material innovation, product creation, and performance excellence, shaping the next generation of high-profile, industry-defining footwear, working very closely with a designer. Key Responsibilities: * Drive the sourcing and development of cutting-edge materials that elevate product performance and unlock new design possibilities. • Ensure every material meets their sustainability benchmarks, • Champion the integration of sustainability and performance targets into all material decisions., • Identify new opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and unlock enhanced product capabilities, • Stay ahead of the curve. Track industry movements, attend global trade shows, and explore emerging technologies., • Translate your findings into meaningful product innovations that launch this brand at the forefront of the footwear landscape, • Evolve and maintain a material library and digital toolbox., • Cultivate strategic supplier relationships and ensure agility for both long-term development needs and short-lead special projects., • Oversee rigorous QA standards across all materials. Leverage your expertise in yarns, polymers, and material structures to diagnose issues, guide improvements, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, • Own the product lifecycle with your designer -from concept and prototyping to final production., • Ensure every design is executed with precision while balancing creativity, functionality, and manufacturing feasibility., • Work hand-in-hand with marketing, sales, and brand teams to ensure product direction aligns with consumer insights and brand vision., • Provide deep expertise on performance, construction, and design to maximise product success. Footwear Obsession: A genuine passion for footwear and a strong understanding of materials, design, construction, and performance. * Proven Experience: 4+ years in footwear product development or materials specialization, ideally within a performance-driven or innovation-focused environment. * Creative & Strategic Vision: A future-focused thinker with the ability to generate bold ideas, develop refined solutions, and lead design strategies that connect with the consumer. * Precision & Craft: A meticulous eye for detail with an ability to think holistically across the full product creation journey. * Collaborative Mindset: Strong communication skills and the ability to partner seamlessly across diverse teams and stakeholders. * Trust & Discretion: A high level of professionalism and confidentiality, given the exclusive nature of this project and upcoming product launch. BH35050 JBRP1_UKTJ

Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous.

A leading sports fashion retailer in the UK seeks a Senior Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic team in Bury.

We know our colleagues work tirelessly to make JD Sports the success it is today and in turn, we offer them some amazing benefits including staff Discount On JD Group and other brands within the organisation and personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work. JD Sports- Head Office,

A leading sports and fashion retailer based in Bury seeks a strategic leader to oversee Channel Sales and Profit Plans.The role requires experience in similar positions and a strong commercial mindset.Responsibilities include team leadership, sales performance review, and collaboration with buyers.T

Merchandising experience and knowledge – currently an Assistant Merchandiser or a Merchandise Assistant/Trainee Merchandiser looking for the next step. Job Description: The JD Group is now recruiting for an Assistant Merchandiser to join our Bury Head Office, within the JD Sports Fashion fascia. T

N Brown is a leading UK digital retail platform for clothing, footwear, home and technology, headquartered in Manchester and employing over 1,200 people nationwide. A day in the life of an Junior Footwear Designer here at N Brown. Design and develop innovative, trend-led footwear and potentially acc

A luxury fashion retailer in Greater London seeks a Senior Manager to lead the sales and service teams in a high-end environment.The ideal candidate has proven experience in managing large teams, driving performance, and maintaining strong relationships in luxury retail.Responsibilities include achi

Own the end‑to‑end technical development of Own Brand footwear. ASOS standard across all footwear. Strong footwear product technical knowledge gained in retail/manufacturing environment covering all areas from testing, construction, fitting, sealing, production and supply chain management.

We're recruiting for temporary staff here in Bicester for Luxury shoe brands.This exciting opportunity is a temporary position but could lead to other opportunities.This role is a brilliant opportunity for an individual wishing to grow their retail experience!.Greeting and assisting customers.Up sel

Reporting to the Senior Garment Technologist, you’ll work closely with Design, Product Development, Buying and Merchandising to ensure our footwear and accessories collections meet the highest Reiss standards for fit, quality and performance. This role is responsible for managing the technical dev

A leading lifestyle company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Specialist PAD Merchandising to shape the future of EMEA Footwear.

We have two opportunities to join our exciting Third Party Brands, one to join The Sports Edit team and 1 on the Footwear team.

A recruitment agency seeks an Assistant Store Manager for a prestigious premium footwear brand in London.

We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness. Experience as a footwear High Street or Premium Retailer.

The Footwear Technologist, reporting to the Head of Footwear, will ensure timely delivery of assigned footwear ranges, guaranteeing that styles meet technical, quality and safety specifications and are fit for purpose. This role requires a dedicated professional who balances footwear technical exper

A global fashion brand based in Shoreditch is looking for a Footwear Assistant to support the footwear team in ensuring product quality, fit, and comfort. Candidates should have a passion for footwear technology, a meticulous eye for detail, and the ability to learn quickly in a dynamic environment.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a senior assistant merchandiser to join a statement‑led footwear brand. The ideal candidate will be highly confident with trading, have exceptional analytical skills and have a deep understanding of the footwear market.

A leading footwear company is seeking a Head of Footwear to drive innovation in materials and product development. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in footwear product development, a meticulous eye for detail, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly across teams. This posit

We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness. As a supervisor with Kurt Geiger, you will drive sales with your passion for luxury footwear, support the team and be a fabulous service ambassador whilst representing our dynamic and innovative brand.

A recruitment agency is looking for a motivated and customer-focused Store Manager to lead a prestigious footwear brand in London.

Operating in one of the worlds leading luxury department stores for top end global designers, the Kurt Geiger business spans across the famous 'Shoe heaven', mens and Kids footwear departments. Background with a fashion-forward footwear, accessory or fashion brand - luxury experience preferred.

A global footwear company is seeking a Field Account Manager to oversee account management across the UK, including extensive travel.

A leading footwear and accessories brand in Greater London is looking for a candidate with experience in premium retail to manage product development and supplier relationships.

Work with the footwear category Senior Designer (line manager) and Creative Design Director to design original footwear concepts as part of a cohesive Varley collection, with a strong focus on contemporary silhouettes, original soles, unique detailing and boldly refined use of colour, texture and ma

The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Italian and English, have technical knowledge of luxury footwear, and demonstrate excellent commercial awareness. A luxury footwear brand in Greater London seeks a professional for cost management within product manufacturing.

A leading London-based footwear business is looking for a Senior Brand Marketing Manager to lead end-to-end brand marketing across two footwear portfolios – a performance-led owned brand and a globally recognised licensed lifestyle brand. Senior Brand Marketing Manager – Footwear & Lifestyle. Ba

Operating in one of the worlds leading luxury department stores for top end global designers, the Kurt Geiger business spans across the famous ‘Shoe heaven', mens and Kids footwear departments. Background with a fashion-forward footwear, accessory or fashion brand - luxury experience preferred.

You'll work closely with other designers and category managers to deliver seasonally relevant footwear concepts - that are innovative, functional, and beautifully considered. Build designs with a solid understanding of footwear construction, costing, and materials. Footwear Designer | Manchester | C

A luxury footwear retailer is seeking a Senior Manager to drive sales and lead a team in their London location.

We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness. Background with a fashion-forward footwear, accessory or fashion brand - luxury experience preferred.

A leading luxury footwear retailer in Greater London is searching for a dynamic Senior Manager to oversee sales, enhance the customer experience, and lead a large team.

Ideal candidates are confident, analytical, and experienced in the footwear market. A leading footwear brand in Greater London is looking for a senior assistant merchandiser to focus on trading and stock management.

Background with a fashion-forward footwear, accessory or fashion brand - luxury experience preferred. We are an inclusive, creative footwear and accessories brand powered by kindness.

A leading athletic footwear brand is looking for a Senior Specialist in PAD Merchandising to drive EMEA strategies.

A leading footwear brand is seeking a Senior Sales Manager to lead a team focused on delivering exceptional customer service and achieving sales targets.

A leading online fashion retailer is seeking an experienced Technical Developer for footwear to oversee product quality from concept to delivery. Ideal candidates will have strong technical knowledge and proven experience in footwear product development.

The ideal candidate will have experience in fast-paced retail environments, preferably with a fashion-forward footwear or accessories brand.

A leading retail company located on the Isle of Wight is seeking an experienced Store Manager for the Fashion Footwear department.

A prominent footwear brand in Greater London is seeking team members who excel in customer service and are interested in fashion trends.

A global fashion brand is urgently seeking a Freelance Footwear Designer. This role involves researching trends, creating original footwear concepts, and collaborating with the design team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in footwear design and a strong understanding of mate