Under Armour, Inc
Vice President of Footwear Development, Materials & Engineering
Under Armour, Inc, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Vice President of Footwear Development, Materials & Engineering
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.As
Vice President of Footwear Development, Materials & Engineering
you'll drive innovation and performance for Under Armour's footwear business. This teammate will provide strategic leadership and direction to high-performing teams responsible for creating cutting-edge footwear products. By translating consumer insights, market trends, and technical expertise into groundbreaking designs, your team will shape the future of our brand. Your vision will be instrumental in driving product development, commercialization, and material innovation to deliver exceptional footwear experiences that exceed customer expectations.Your Impact
Develop and execute product creation strategy, collaborating with merchandising, manufacturing, wear testing, design, and sourcingLead teams to achieve desired results and ensure timely product delivery to retailInfluence sourcing, materials, and costing strategiesManage multiple priorities effectively to deliver resultsCommunicate business initiatives, strategies, and updates across the organizationFoster a culture of excellence within product teamsBuild a high-performance, bicoastal team through talent acquisition and developmentCoach, guide, and develop direct reports, fostering a diverse and inclusive environmentEffectively communicate change and priorities to all organizational levelsContribute to short and long-term planning and budgetingMonitor progress and drive achievement of business plans and profitability goalsBuild strong relationships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholdersIdentify and resolve complex problems across product teams and the businessProvide strategic leadership and mentorship to footwear development, engineering, and materials teamsDrive the creation of a world-class development organizationCollaborate with innovation leadership for seamless integration of new processes, materials, and concepts into development calendarsQualifications
10+ years of athletic performance footwear product development, with leadership experience managing geographically dispersed teamsProven experience in Asia footwear factory operationsExtensive experience collaborating with professional and collegiate athletesIn-depth knowledge of footwear mold drawings, patterns, constructions, and technologiesProven track record in developing running, basketball, and cleated footwearProficiency in Centric PLM system (preferred)Strategic sourcing experience across multiple countries (preferred)Workplace Location
Location:
This individual must reside within commuting distance from our global headquarters in Baltimore, MDReturn to Work Designation:
Three (3) days week in-office, the remainder of work week remoteTravel:
Up to 15% travel, domestic and internationalRelocation
Relocation may be providedBase Compensation
$232,154.00 - $290,192.00 USDMost new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local communityMaternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammatesHealth & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources - We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-beingOur Commitment to Diversity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.As
Vice President of Footwear Development, Materials & Engineering
you'll drive innovation and performance for Under Armour's footwear business. This teammate will provide strategic leadership and direction to high-performing teams responsible for creating cutting-edge footwear products. By translating consumer insights, market trends, and technical expertise into groundbreaking designs, your team will shape the future of our brand. Your vision will be instrumental in driving product development, commercialization, and material innovation to deliver exceptional footwear experiences that exceed customer expectations.Your Impact
Develop and execute product creation strategy, collaborating with merchandising, manufacturing, wear testing, design, and sourcingLead teams to achieve desired results and ensure timely product delivery to retailInfluence sourcing, materials, and costing strategiesManage multiple priorities effectively to deliver resultsCommunicate business initiatives, strategies, and updates across the organizationFoster a culture of excellence within product teamsBuild a high-performance, bicoastal team through talent acquisition and developmentCoach, guide, and develop direct reports, fostering a diverse and inclusive environmentEffectively communicate change and priorities to all organizational levelsContribute to short and long-term planning and budgetingMonitor progress and drive achievement of business plans and profitability goalsBuild strong relationships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholdersIdentify and resolve complex problems across product teams and the businessProvide strategic leadership and mentorship to footwear development, engineering, and materials teamsDrive the creation of a world-class development organizationCollaborate with innovation leadership for seamless integration of new processes, materials, and concepts into development calendarsQualifications
10+ years of athletic performance footwear product development, with leadership experience managing geographically dispersed teamsProven experience in Asia footwear factory operationsExtensive experience collaborating with professional and collegiate athletesIn-depth knowledge of footwear mold drawings, patterns, constructions, and technologiesProven track record in developing running, basketball, and cleated footwearProficiency in Centric PLM system (preferred)Strategic sourcing experience across multiple countries (preferred)Workplace Location
Location:
This individual must reside within commuting distance from our global headquarters in Baltimore, MDReturn to Work Designation:
Three (3) days week in-office, the remainder of work week remoteTravel:
Up to 15% travel, domestic and internationalRelocation
Relocation may be providedBase Compensation
$232,154.00 - $290,192.00 USDMost new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local communityMaternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammatesHealth & fitness benefits, discounts, and resources - We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-beingOur Commitment to Diversity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
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