Senior Manager, Technical Design, QA (Footwear)

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

2d•$110,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Footwear QA & Technical Design, leads the execution of business plans by aligning operational priorities and removing obstacles to optimize performance. This role oversees product approval workflows, product fittings, supplier management, and quality assurance while fostering a collaborative team environment through coaching and development. The position ensures compliance with company policies and standards, drives continuous improvement, and partners cross-functionally to meet deadlines and business objectives. By leveraging technical expertise and strategic insight, the Senior Manager supports innovation and operational excellence to deliver value and uphold the company’s mission and ethical standards. The team is dedicated to upholding superior quality standards that build customer trust through sustainable and durable product solutions. They drive the execution of business plans by collaborating across functions, managing workflows, and ensuring alignment with product lifecycle and supplier performance goals. Focused on continuous improvement, the team supports associate development through coaching and performance management. They maintain rigorous quality management practices and foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and operational excellence to deliver lasting value for customers and the company.

Requirements

Proven experience in footwear technical design and product lifecycle management within complex business environments.
Strong skills in workflow management and quality management to ensure adherence to standards and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams through coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
Expertise in managing supplier performance and onboarding processes to maintain high-quality standards.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally, communicate effectively, and drive alignment with strategic business objectives.
Commitment to ethical practices, compliance, and fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Textiles, Design, or related field and 4 years’ experience in technical design, product development, or related area OR 6 years’ experience in technical design, product development, or related area.
1 year’s supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Apparel Manufacturing
Master's degree in Business, Textiles, Design, or related field.
Working on cross-functional teams
Working with product development software

Responsibilities

Lead execution of multiple business plans by identifying needs, setting priorities, and removing obstacles to optimize performance.
Fitting footwear and providing feedback to factories and cross functional teams to make improvements.
Develop associates through training, mentoring, performance evaluations, and coaching to build a collaborative team environment.
Manage departmental calendars and coordinate with cross-functional partners to align product approval and delivery schedules.
Develop and implement tools and specifications to enhance productivity and ensure alignment with brand strategies.
Oversee product approval workflows, quality standards, and supplier onboarding processes to maintain compliance and efficiency.
Foster strong relationships with business partners and promote adherence to company policies and ethical standards.