Footwear Technologist H&M Kids
Core
Develop and improve kids' footwear with a focus on fit, quality, and safety by managing technical specifications and supplier collaboration.
Role type
Footwear Technologist (Kids)
Builds
Kids' footwear products for H&M
Domain
Retail / Footwear Manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Footwear construction knowledge, fit analysis, material knowledge (leather, synthetics, textiles), CAD/technical drawing (Illustrator, Rhino, Blender), quality control methods, trend analysis, children's safety assessment
Preferred skills
Kids' footwear experience, sustainability awareness
Technologies
Illustrator, Rhino, Blender
Responsibilities
Lead fit work and solve fit issues, travel to suppliers for development and production support, manage lasts and measurements, read and update technical documents, assess fit and quality risks, research and test new materials and technologies
Seniority
Mid-level (3+ years experience)