Sr. Technical Developer

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on include labor markets and in some instancesmay include education work experience and addition to your pay Target cares about and invests in you as a team member so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs which may include medical vision dental life insurance and more to help you and your family take care of your whole benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) employee discount short term disability long term disability paid sick leave paid national holidays and paid competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at us:
Target is an iconic brand a Fortune 50 company and one of Americas leading retailers.

At the heart of one of the worlds best loved and most recognizable brands is an impeccableOwned Brand Sourcing & Developmentorganization. We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing and we infuse everything we do with our passion for affordable chic. We developmakeand deliver the stylish new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve. We stay ahead of the curve proactivelyidentifyingour markets needs and exceeding them every time. Join one of our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect. Hereyoullbe close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the Target-owned brands that surprise and gratify guests wherever and whenever they love to shop.

A role with the Footwear Development team means a big opportunity tostart from scratchand create something truly original. Are you a product development expert who can support your business by staying one step ahead ofthe industry Can youdemonstratethe utmost attention to detail and develop products that are unprecedented in the marketplace for their value Thenyoullhave successonour FootwearDevelopmentteam who owns the development of all Target-owned close partnership with our designmerchantand sourcing counterpartsyoulldrive brand cohesion and continuity ensuring that our products meet the merchant line plans assortment strategies pricepointsand guest expectations.

Responsibilities

• Drive in cycle product and category strategy creation

• Collaborate withCFTto research and develop guest-focused Owned Brand product from conceptthroughproduction

• Partner withDesign MerchandisingSourcingandvendorsto deliver on productobjectivesandbusiness strategy while adhering to calendartimelines

• In partnership with overseas technical design teams and vendorscreatemaintainandcomplete accuratespecifications and approvals in PLM system

• Communicate daily with internal and external partners to ensure high quality execution inmaterials components andfit

• Lead with CFT and vendors to define development and production feasibility
• Perform fit evaluation on samples for fit construction and quality

• Review and evaluate 3D/physical samples for quality and adherence to standards

• Leadin cycletechnical research wear testing quality analysisinnovationand product solutions

• Partner proactively with overseas technical designers productionengineersand vendors toalleviate potential manufacturing quality and fit concerns within the product development cycle

• Leadmarket research of competitors benchmarks and new opportunities to engineer value anddrive development of costviablequalityproducts

• Partner with guest insights and product testing teams to drive guest research and wear testing tobuild products that fosterinclusivity

• Supportclose to vendor and production teamsbyreviewingproduction issuesandcollaboratingwithCFTtoresolve

• Establish and enhance product development guidelines andstandardsby category and brand

• Conduct and lead vendor training onboardingassessmentsandaccreditation

• Lead hind-sighting on quality execution guest feedback and partner connections (COE PSQAGlobal TDs BPTDs etc.)

• Travel internationally and domestically to support business asneeded

• Mentor and lead otherswhile fostering inclusivity and knowledge-sharing

• Strive for continuous improvement that drives product and processenhancements

• Be a champion for change management and an advocate for transformation

• Perform other duties as required/assigned bymanager

This role requires ability to be local and in office 3 days/week at our Downtown Minneapolis campus or willingness to relocate to MN

About You:

• Bachelors Degree AA or Certification in Apparel Manufacturing Design industrial design orequivalent

• 8 yearsexperiencein footwear productdevelopment with full knowledge of total production timeline

• Strong knowledge of footwear fit construction molds/blueprints and lasts
• Current industry standard technical knowledge of footwear development and manufacturing processes in both man-made and genuine lather materials.

• Collaboration- proven ability to influence and make decisions that align with company strategies

• Change Leadership- experience leading with and without authority to influence others and drivedecision- making and achieving desired service levels.

• Learning Agility-demonstratedcuriosity motivated to learn new skills and knowledge

• Proficientin use of relevant computer applications (Photoshop Illustrator Microsoft Office SuitePLM system 3Dsoftware)

• Drive to learn andretainnew technologyand software as it pertains to role

• Strong multi-tasking ability while being detail oriented with excellent problem-solving anddecision-making skills

• Expertiseinfit construction and value engineering

• Ability to proactivelytroubleshootandproblem solvein a fast-paced often changing highlycollaborative environment.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively influence

• Excellent prioritization and organizational skills

Benefits Eligibility

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