Director, Product Development - Brand Partnerships

About the position

At Crocs, Inc., every career offers a chance to make a real impact. No two journeys look the same. And that's exactly how we like it. Whether you’re welcoming customers into our stores, collaborating with global teams at our headquarters, or keeping operations moving at our distribution centers, your impact is real and valued. At Crocs, Inc. you’re not expected to fit a mold. You’re encouraged to break it and create something better.  OverviewThe Director, Product Development - Brand Partnerships for Crocs Inc. is responsible for driving the strategic direction and execution of product development, ensuring alignment with market trends and company goals. It involves leading a cross-functional team through the entire product lifecycle, from concept to production readiness while maintaining high standards for cost, quality, fit, and compliance. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Product Development, providing strategic input and updates while accomplishing initiatives that support broader departmental and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the product development strategy aligned with the goals and market trends.
  • Lead and mentor the product development team, fostering a collaborative, proactive, and creative work environment.
  • Ensure products meet cost targets, quality standards, fit expectations, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
  • Collaborate with designers, category managers, planning, and stakeholders on new projects from concept to buy readiness.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful milestone meetings, sample deliveries and PO readiness.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with existing vendors and suppliers to ensure quality materials and components.
  • Communicate effectively with cross functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment.

Requirements

  • 10+ years’ development and sourcing experience, preferably with a background in Engineering.
  • 3+ years of team management experience.
  • Passion and deep knowledge of product development and sourcing.
  • Strong communication abilities to effectively interact with and connect with others.
  • Ability to delegate, overseeing multiple projects efficiently and with agility across your team to ensure design review readiness.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Strong Technical understanding and proficiency in Product Lifecycle Management software.
  • Ability to travel domestically or globally as required.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience working with licensed partners and outside designers a plus.
  • Proven record of success at other globally recognized accessory brands.

Benefits

  • This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program.
  • This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
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