Product Developer, Partnership Personalization

At Crocs, Inc., every career offers a chance to make a real impact. No two journeys look the same. And that's exactly how we like it. Whether you're welcoming customers into our stores, collaborating with global teams at our headquarters, or keeping operations moving at our distribution centers, your impact is real and valued. At Crocs, Inc. you're not expected to fit a mold. You're encouraged to break it and create something better.
Overview

The Product Developer, Partnership Personalization at Crocs Inc. will be responsible for developing new charms, accessories and collectibles as well as projects involving colors and graphics on carryover products, from initial ideation through manufacturing. This role supports the Product Creation Teams to deliver a wide range of in-line products, manage calendars, drive process improvements, and achieve product objectives around aesthetics, quality, and cost within required timelines. The position also collaborates with licensors and third‑party partners to manage approvals, ensure licensing compliance, and execute sourcing strategies that bring exciting, on‑trend products to market. This role will help with the collectibles product lines that will span partnerships and mainline.
What You'll Do

Work with a global, cross‑functional product creation team from building and development achievements through commercialization to build products that go above and beyond.
Analyze design packs and prepare for factory deliverables.
Maintain Product Bill of Materials (BOM) and communicate costing for products in development.
Identify potential manufacturing, efficiency and costing concerns during the product development cycle and cost targets.
Own the sample process, including submitting clear sample requests, summarizing product teardowns, and documenting and communicating revisions.
Communicate opportunities to product teams for improved construction, materials, and components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, durability, and fit.
Initiate meetings with product teams during various phases of development to review, evaluate, update, and ultimately drive the decision‑making process that leads to on‑time production confirmation and goals.
Work independently and provide guidance to the team through explanation of facts and policies.
Speak to costing targets or drive toward costing targets.
Maintain a strong foundation of supplier capabilities, factory relations, quality issues, material pricing, and lead times.
Understand and maintain standards for design quality and development process.
Navigate and prioritize deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.
Manage the physical storage of prototypes and samples.
Drive timelines with cross‑functional departments, manufacturing partners, and material supply chain.
Work directly with licensors and third‑party vendors; experience with proprietary properties preferred.
What You'll Bring to the Table

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a related field is required.
Two (2+) years of experience in product creation or a similar role is required. Education beyond requirements in a related field may substitute for professional experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
Expanded conceptual understanding of the product development and manufacturing process.
Strong project management skills.
Proven verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives.
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and develop effective responses for unique process exceptions using experience and sound judgment.
Detail oriented, self‑motivated with strong decision‑making capabilities.
Demonstrates a passion for premium products and team building, fostering a positive, collaborative culture, and working effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Experience in licensed product and collectibles/blind boxes preferred.
Domestic and international travel required.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We accept applications on an ongoing basis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Title: Product Developer, Partnership Personalization
Salary or Pay Range: $87,000 - $97,000
Pay offered will vary based on job‑related factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities.
At Crocs, Inc. we believe in the power of a blend of in‑person and virtual collaboration to drive creativity and strengthen relationships. Your participation in this flexible schedule plays a key role in building a connected and successful team. In‑office requirements vary by our work personas: Resident (5 days), Collaborator (4 days), Connector (2‑3 days), Explorer (fully remote). This role has been aligned to the Collaborator persona.
This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program.
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long‑term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
The application window is 45 days, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the posting date in order to ensure optimal consideration. The posting will be removed if the job is filled before the application window deadline.
Job Category: Corporate

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