Product Line Manager

About Spring Footwear Corp.

Since 1991 Spring Footwear Corp. has delivered comfort quality and style to consumers who rely on our brands every day. Our success is driven by product innovation craftsmanship value and flexibilityprinciples that remain at the core of everything we do.

Our Mission: To develop successful partnerships by creating and delivering the best quality value product and serviceevery day.

Position Summary

The Product Line Manager (PLM) is a strategic product leader responsible for driving the development execution and performance of assigned footwear brands. This role partners cross-functionally with vendors design development and sales teams to bring compelling product assortments to market.

Working closely with senior leadership including the President/Co-Founder the PLM leads product creation business analysis and go-to-market strategies to achieve brand and financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product lifecycle: from concept and design through development launch and market rollout
• Develop and execute category strategies including assortment planning pricing architecture and product segmentation
• Partner with design development and sourcing teams to ensure product aligns with brand vision margin targets and timelines
• Analyze business performance and market trends to inform product decisions and drive growth
• Create seasonal product briefs aligned with brand and category strategies
• Present product strategies concepts and final assortments to internal stakeholders sales teams and key retail partners
• Ensure product timelines are met and cross-functional teams are aligned throughout the development process
• Foster a collaborative high-performing team environment across merchandising design and sales
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams and external vendors to ensure operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 710 years of experience in merchandising/buying including:
  • 57 years in wholesale merchandising or buying
  • 24 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience in fashion footwear strongly preferred
• Proven ability to grow and develop product lines or brands
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of financial metrics and performance drivers
• Excellent presentation communication and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities
• Experience with merchandising systems purchase orders and product planning tools
• Knowledge of international production processes
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (20%)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Profit-sharing program
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Fast-paced environment requiring strong multitasking and attention to detail

Equal Opportunity Employer

Spring Footwear Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening in accordance with the Florida Drug-Free Workplace Program.