Apex Footwear Limited

Deputy Manager-Product, Design Lab

Full time Manufacturing

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Application Deadline: 25 November, 2026

Job Overview

Vacancies

2 positions

Employment Type

Full time

Job Responsibilities

Deputy Manager-Product, Design Lab to manage and develop the product portfolio across multiple international accounts by driving product development, material innovation, and technical compliance for footwear products, ensuring products meet each market`s distinct aesthetic, quality, and performance standards while achieving delivery timelinesJob Responsibilities:

Drive product development strategy from concept to bulk approval — including sampling, costing, and fit/construction reviews — aligned to each brand`s style DNA and target consumer
Interpret and guide the team on trend direction, mood boards, and design briefs to inform material and construction decisions across fashion, casual, and lifestyle categories
Oversee coordination with material development, sourcing, and testing teams to identify on-trend materials, trims, and finishes within cost targets
Own multiple, parallel sample development calendars across accounts, ensuring on-time submission and proactively resolving bottlenecks
Take the lead in resolving complex quality, fit, or construction issues escalated from the team
Drive costing strategy and lead negotiations with internal/external stakeholders to achieve target FOB/pricing across accounts
Present seasonal line plans, tech packs, and development status updates directly to senior management and brand partners
Ensure full compliance with retailer-specific and brand-specific quality/testing requirements across the account portfolio
Partner closely with merchandising and design leadership on adoption rates, style rationalization, and re-order strategy

Requirements

Age 30 to 40 years

Basic understanding of materials, construction, and testing standards.
Action Orientated & Result Drive
Ability to multitask across different accounts/projects
Quickly identifying and resolving material, quality, or construction issues during development.

Educational Requirement

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Leather Engineering, Footwear Engineering

Experience

5 to 10 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Leather goods/ Footwear/ Tannery, Manufacturing (FMCG)

Required Skills

Communication and interpersonal skill Cross Functional Collaboration International/ Export Marketing Problem solving and decision making Product Development