FOOTWEAR DEVELOPER & QUALITY CONTROLLER

Recruiter:

ARCS

Job Ref:

PTA001359/FS

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

32000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
FOOTWEAR DEVELOPER & QUALITY CONTROLLER
Midrand | Permanent Position

Salary: R35 000 per month + 13th Cheque + Provident Fund
A well-established retail and footwear business based in Midrand is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Footwear Developer & Quality Controller to join their team. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a candidate with a strong background in footwear development, quality assurance, supplier management, and product innovation.
Key Responsibilities:

Manage footwear and accessory development from concept through to final production approval.
Develop seasonal product ranges aligned with market trends and brand requirements.
Approve materials, colourways, trims, branding applications, packaging, and product specifications.
Conduct trend analysis, competitor research, and product innovation initiatives.
Utilize AI image generation and editing tools to create product concepts, renderings, colour variations, and presentation materials.
Perform Pre-Production, Pre-Bulk, and Bulk Quality Assurance inspections.
Identify, report, and resolve quality concerns with suppliers.
Monitor production timelines and ensure all development milestones are achieved.
Maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers.
Prepare development reports, approval logs, inspection reports, and quality documentation.
Collaborate closely with Buying, Warehouse, Management, and QA teams to ensure successful product delivery.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum Requirements:

Proven experience in Footwear Development, Merchandising, and/or Quality Assurance.
Strong understanding of footwear construction, materials, manufacturing processes, and fit requirements.
Experience managing footwear development from concept to production.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop skills.
Advanced experience using AI image generation and image editing platforms.
Ability to create realistic product renderings, concept developments, and visual presentations.
Strong planning, organizational, and administrative skills.
Excellent communication and supplier management abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.

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