Footwear Technologist

London – Hybrid

Up to £60,000

We’re recruiting a Footwear Technologist for a global fashion & footwear business known for delivering trend-right ranges at scale. If you’re all about fit, function, quality and getting product over the line on time – you’ll love this one.

The role

Reporting into the Head of Footwear, you’ll manage footwear development from concept through to production sign-off, making sure every style meets technical, quality and safety standards (without losing sight of commercial targets).

What you’ll be doing

• Lead seasonal block/last reviews with design & buying
• Build and update the footwear specification library (lasts, patterns, sole specs, materials)
• Produce clear, accurate tech packs (uppers, soles, insocks, packaging + more)
• Run fittings, give strong fit comments, and secure gold seals on schedule
• Identify and solve technical risks (lasting, sole bonding, stitch tolerances, heel attachment)
• Own testing & compliance (flex, slip, abrasion, bond strength, water resistance, ageing)
• Partner with suppliers on root cause analysis and corrective action plans
• Support factory audits and supplier performance to protect the critical path

 What we’re looking for

• 3+ years footwear technical experience (offshore suppliers essential)
• Strong knowledge of constructions: cemented, vulcanised, molded, injection/direct attach, welted
• Confident across materials + sole engineering (EVA/PU/rubber/TPU)
• Comfortable working fast, staying organised and influencing stakeholders
• Willing to travel overseas for factory visits and development meetings

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