As Commercialization Manager, you will be based in Hai Phong and you’ll work as part of the Asia-based team to ensure all products are properly engineered and commercialized in-line with the FitFlop Product Strategy/ Brand Standards.

The Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring all Graded/Full Sizes samples and Platinum Samples (confirmation sample) are executed to the correct specification and in-line with FitFlop Aesthetic, Fit, Quality and Product Testing standards.
• Ensure Fit, Feel & Aesthetics are maintained and effectively translated into production processes.
• Manage production transfer project in gathering completed tech pack for seamless transition between factories.
• Coach Quality Auditor, factory technician to manage Flow Update style in PP Trial (Pre-Production) and IPT (Initial Production Trial).
• Attend Buy Ready Meeting to ensure Confirmed Spec, Visual Seal Sample, Fit Approved Sample, Material Swatches, Packaging are in place before style is released for buy.
• Organize RFC (Ready for Commercialization) Hand-Off Meeting with PD, mould shop, supplier, factory with all aspects meeting commercialization requirement.
• Verify full sizes last grading, construction is suitable for product type intended.
• Approve FSR (full sizes run) 2D drawing, 3D data, wooden model before opening production moulds.
• Establish lead time and track progress for Graded/Full Sizes moulds to meet commercialization deadline.
• Engage in production mold trial to validate component measurements, density, texture/coating application, performance matching to spec.

• Lead Grading Meeting to verify all grades are correct and fitting is as the confirmed Fit Approved Sample.

• Organize and verify fit and wear testing for Graded and Full Sizes trial samples before sending to headquarter.
• Attend cutting die and stock fitting trial to ensure all dies and components are graded correctly.
• Work closely with Material team on approval of material/componentry, relevant colour windows, finishing standards available for factory pre-production meetings.
• Communicate testing standards to factories according to material/components and whole shoe testing requirement.
• Sign-off model specific Process Flow Chart, SOP (Standard Operation Procedure), critical measurements as part of quality plan.
• Collaborate with production/QA team to establish best practices for manufacturing process.
• Lead factory Pre-Production meetings and generate trial summary to ensure all queries are resolved before production starts.
• Ensure FitFlop product approval process/factory pre-production meetings are completed for on-time ex-factory schedule.
• Participate in SMS Tear Down Meeting to mitigate risk in commercialization and production.

The Person:

• Minimum of 5 years in footwear commercialization, with in depth understanding of pattern engineering, fitting, mold making, construction, materials and manufacturing processes.
• In depth understanding of quality assurance / control and testing protocols.
• Ability to coach factory team and delegate commercialization tasks to alleviate work load.
• Detailed knowledge of supply chain planning & lead-time processing as well as cost structures and opportunities to reduce costs.
• Strong numerical, analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills.
• Challenge and continuously seek improvement in all aspects of PD / Commercialization management, to ensure OTIF delivery.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with different international cultures and working to deadlines.
• Ability to create consensus and work cooperatively with a team.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• IT skills: MS Office mandatory with advanced Excel, PLM / PDM knowledge preferred.

The Benefits:

We’re all about giving people the tools to be the best they can be. Because, when we’re at our best (happy and healthy) together we have the power to do something amazing and really deliver. Our benefits include medical and social insurances, pension contribution, holiday, free pairs and product discounts, FitFlop Feel-Good program (including everything from mindfulness to financial wellbeing) and a full blended learning and development calendar.