Footwear Development Project Manager

Job Purpose

Foster strong leadership and establish a collaborative, high-performance team culture in partnership with adidas.

Drive product creation excellence to consistently exceed KPI targets.

Lead with agility by anticipating and adapting quickly to emerging market and development trends.

Oversee the full category. This role carries responsibility for elevating creative and technical leadership within this space, ensuring the category continues to drive innovation, consumer relevance, and business growth.

Lead, mentor, and inspire the team to unlock their full potential — fostering a culture of learning, accountability.

Key Responsibilities

•      Collaboration

Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with adidas LO/HQ, HSCC internal teams, and external technology partners. Ensure seamless communication and alignment with all stakeholders to achieve development goals and resolve challenges effectively.

•      Product Development & Quality Management

Take full ownership of product quality across all stages of development, including materials, components, and compliance testing. Serve as a subject-matter expert on materials and components to ensure optimal performance, quality, and cost efficiency.

Champion innovation in product consistency, automation, and development processes to enhance speed and precision.

•      Value Engineering

Streamline product creation by applying the principles of simplification, standardization, modularization, and automation. Continuously refine and re-engineer products to meet cost targets and optimize profitability. Maximize value opportunities by strengthening collaboration with vertically integrated business partners.

•      Leadership & Team Development

Manage team operations, schedules, resources, and relationships to ensure timely and successful project execution. Lead, mentor, and coach team members — empowering them to take ownership, grow their competencies, and deliver exceptional results. Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and succession planning to build a resilient, future-ready team. Lead or participate in strategic development projects aimed at improving workflows and achieving operational excellence.

•      Reporting & Documentation

Ensure complete accuracy and consistency in all material orders, swatch books, and system data across HS digitalization platforms. Prepare and deliver clear, concise updates, issue reports, and meeting documentation for senior management review.

Qualifications

•      Experience

- Minimum 10 years’ experience in footwear development, preferably within a global sportswear or performance footwear environment.

•      Skills

- Language Proficiency: Advanced or fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).

- Communication & Leadership: Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills across diverse cultures and cross-functional teams.

- Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

- Team Management: Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop team members effectively.

- Problem-Solving & Innovation: Strong ability to resolve complex issues and introduce innovative perspectives in product development.

- Influence & Coaching: Skilled in influencing and coaching PLM staff to foster a development-driven, consumer-centric mindset.

•      Knowledge

- Project Management: Expertise in managing development projects to meet quality, cost, and production targets.

- Product Development & Manufacturing: Deep understanding of footwear materials, costing, chemical processes, upper and bottom making.

Benefits

• Professional, dynamic, and international working environment.
• Attractive salary and benefits package according to company policy.
• Full Social Insurance contribution based on the agreed salary.
• Opportunities for training, career development, and promotion.
• Full benefits in accordance with Vietnamese Labor Law.
• Shuttle bus provided from Ho Chi Minh City, Bien Hoa, Ba Ria and nearby areas.

📍 Working Location: Hwaseung Vina – Nhon Trach 1, Dong Nai

📩 Apply now and start your career with us!