Footwear Product Developer

At Azalea Wang, we move fast, think big, and work collaboratively. Everyone has a voice here, ideas are encouraged, and self-starters thrive. We’re a tight-knit, high-energy team that shows up every day ready to push product forward together.The Role: Footwear Product DeveloperWe’re looking for a Footwear Product Developer who lives at the intersection of design, development, and execution. This role is critical to bringing bold Azalea Wang footwear and accessories from concept to line sample, on time and on margin. You’ll partner closely with Design, Product, Buyers/Sales, and external manufacturing partners to ensure product is executed with speed, accuracy, and quality in a true fast-fashion environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the Product Assistant to manage and maintain the footwear, outerwear, and accessories material library, organized for self-service across product and cross-functional teams.Collaborate with Design at concept stage to identify and source new materials and constructions.Manage the full product lifecycle from concept submission through final line sample delivery, following critical path deadlines and communicating closely with Design, Sales, and cross-functional partners.Create and submit detailed, accurate tech packs to external manufacturing partners to ensure clear execution aligned with design intent.Own seasonal assortment tools by vendors across all product categories.Manage all design and development deliverables, ensuring internal deadlines are met to support on-time external execution.Assist the Merchandising Manager with product and material cost negotiations to achieve target LDP margins.Own the fit and development process, partnering with Product to identify and recommend improvements in aesthetics, fit, and quality.Run fit sessions with the Product team, taking detailed notes and photos and clearly communicating required changes to vendors.Identify second proto needs and required wear testing for high-risk styles and new