Product Development Manager

Position Overview:

Here at OOFOS, we live to make people feel good. We are the leading brand in a category we pioneered over 14 years ago that is vastly growing - recovery footwear. We did this by launching a proprietary foam technology that is scientifically proven to make people feel good in our footwear. This technology is OOfoam™.

The Product Development Manager plays a key role in driving OOFOS’s mission to deliver innovative footwear that helps people “Feel the OO.” This role is responsible for managing the full product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization, ensuring that all products deliver on our promise of ultimate comfort, innovation, and technology. The ideal candidate combines strong technical footwear development expertise with creativity, collaboration, and a pioneering mindset that supports product innovation and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Creation & Innovation

  • Develop and manage the creation of footwear that delivers on OOFOS’s WOW! factor—ultimate comfort, recovery performance, and innovation.
  • Partner closely with Design, Marketing, and Product teams to bring creative concepts to life, ensuring alignment between aesthetic, functional, and performance goals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute seasonal product roadmaps and meet product-driven, buy-ready milestones.
  • Ensure materials and components are sourced, developed, and tested to meet quality, performance, and sustainability standards.

Testing & Commercialization

  • Oversee fit and wear testing for new products, processes, and treatments, incorporating feedback to ensure optimal comfort and performance.
  • Partner with the Asia development and manufacturing teams to manage pre-production and commercialization, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to final product.
  • Monitor and problem solve issues in development and production phases to maintain consistency, quality, and design intent.

Process & Project Management

  • Manage the seasonal product development calendar to ensure all milestones are achieved on schedule.
  • Maintain detailed documentation, specifications, and product development data to support transparency and cross-functional communication.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in development, testing, and manufacturing.

Sustainability & Responsibility

  • Champion the creation of products and materials using the most environmentally responsible methods available.
  • Partner with suppliers and internal teams to explore and implement sustainable materials, manufacturing processes, and packaging solutions.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field preferred.
  • 3-5 years of footwear product development experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Solution oriented with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong collaboration, communication, and project management abilities.
  • A pioneering mindset with a passion for product innovation, growth, and continuous improvement.
  • Familiarity with sustainability practices and performance testing preferred.

Leadership/Cultural Requirements:

  • Cultural fit: Matches up with the OOFOS OOsoul.
  • Leadership: Provide leadership to peers and cross functional teams with the ability to manage projects with limited risk to the organization.
  • Impact: Proven understanding of how various transactions and processes will impact the business and the financial results.
  • Ownership: Take action as required, respond to questions related to area of expertise and reach out to others for clarity when needed.
  • A “team first” attitude, collaborative mindset and openness to feedback is a must.
  • Highly motivated, organized individual with ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Self-starter who can identify new opportunities, analyze a problem and develop tactics/strategies to drive growth.
  • Outstanding communication and customer contact skills required.

Job Type: Full Time – Exempt, Hybrid based in Braintree, MA