Overview (EN):
About BOA
BOA® Technology builds the scientifically proven and patented BOA® Fit System. BOA partners with market-leading brands to make the best gear even better. Each unique configuration is engineered with performance fit at the center to create a precise fit and better connection between an athlete and their equipment — improving performance.
BOA® Technology Inc. is headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices in Austria, Hong Kong, Greater China, South Korea, and Japan. For more information, visit BOAFIT.COM
Overview of Role
Reporting to the Regional Design Manager – EMEA, you will be a member of the global Partner Product Innovation \& Development (PPID) team and you will execute our BOA and Brand Partner 2D footwear design requests. You will work directly with PPID and across various BOA teams to create technical, inspirational and advanced concept renderings that merge performance configurations and fit innovation with current footwear trends. In doing so, you will help tell our story of innovation and performance fit through sketches, trend and consumer needs analysis, and concept ideation.
Responsibilities (EN): Core Responsibilities
Regularly role model BOA’s values to your team and others
Create inspirational 2D footwear images that convey a concept story for PPID, Commercial, Marketing and Product Development teams, and that connect with current footwear design trends
Create new and innovative concepts, components, patterns, processes, and fit-enhancing solutions that help us meet long-term category needs and plans
Support documentation and internal needs with technically accurate images and diagrams
Develop knowledge of our products, including components, appropriate configurations and installation to support new Product Development and Customer Product Development
Evolve our current configurations to maximize our options and align with our consumer fit story
Collaborate with 3D prototyping team on cohesive brand partner deliverables and advanced concept explorations
Regularly seek out inspiration by researching new technologies, products and trends in the industry and in the market
Contribute to ideation concept sessions
Contribute to consumer performance and fit assessments
Qualifications (EN): Required Qualifications
Design degree (we are open to any type of degree, i.e. Diploma, Bachelors, etc.)
Demonstrated passion and interest for footwear trends and design, ideally highlighted in your portfolio
Proficiency in Adobe Suite
Advanced sketch visualization skills
Experience managing multiple priorities and project timelines
A passion for problem solving, continuously learning, and seeking out new ideas
Desired Qualifications
Experience working in footwear, product or industrial design
Experience in manufacturing
We Offer* Challenging tasks in a successful and innovative company based in the beautiful lake area of Salzkammergut
A welcoming working environment in a committed and international team of employees
Learning and development opportunities
Flexible working hours
Amazing company activities and events
Lease a bike program
Competitive compensation package
Legal Statement
For legal reasons, we are obliged to point out the minimum salary for this position according to the collective agreement, which is from 2.303.- EUR gross per month. However, our attractive salary packages are based on current market salaries and are therefore significantly above the stated minimum salary, depending on your experience and skills.
Please note this job description is not designed to include every duty or responsibility that the employee may be asked to perform. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.