Altra Product Test Analyst

At Altra, we are on a never-ending journey to seek out opportunities to unlock potential in ourselves and others and to create a more diverse and inclusive running community. When we’re all working together as the best versions of ourselves, we can feel empowered both individually and as a community. 

So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture. If you can see yourself working side-by-side with a team of people driven to discover more about ourselves and the world around us, Altra just may be the place for you.  

To learn more about our values and our culture, visit Altra Careers or www.altrarunning.com. 

What will you do? 

A day in the life of a Product Test Analyst at Altra looks a little like this. 

As a Product Test Analyst working on hiking, trail and road running footwear, you will create, implement, and communicate the results of fit and wear testing for seasonal in-line products and innovation projects. Your role will report to the Senior Product Testing Analyst and involve identifying trends, providing actionable recommendations, and contributing to strategic decision-making processes. You will be engaged in the product creation process from pre-season briefing to product launch requiring ongoing communication and collaboration with internal business partners.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. 

• Collaborate across the footwear teams to validate product components and complete products, measuring their fit, comfort, performance, and durability

• Design perception and durability tests informed by product risk and end-use specifics

• Recruit, educate, and maintain network of product testers throughout the product creation process to ensure collection of impactful insights. Part of this will be utilizing our 3D foot scanner and recruiting fit models per foot shape.

• Establish and maintain relationships with external testing partners (Universities, run clubs, etc.)

• Fit test prototypes at every stage to ensure fit is true to size and to provide feedback to development on adjustments needed through formal test reports

• Evaluate, analyze, and communicate test results to respective x-functional teams and maintain results/reports in respective systems

• Support the tech review and top of production approval processes (CFM sample and Extreme Sizes) which include fittings, dynamic wear testing, checking of all standards to ensure they are within tolerances and that materials/constructions match BOM specs.

• Deliver seasonal summary reports to provide an understanding about consumer feedback on category specific product

• Provide continuous improvement and input to test procedures, processes, standards, and requirements

• Communication with VFA counterparts on risk assessment, best practices, and constructions to ensure best-in-class product integrity

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, while formal education in a related field is great to have, we are most interested in your 0-2 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Fluent in English, any other language is a plus

• Excellent collaboration skills and an ability to manage multiple timelines and deadlines

• Proactive approach to identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best solutions with a values-driven commitment to do what is right

• High degree of agility and adaptability

• Growth mindset and enthusiasm for learning new tools and problem-solving

• Passion for your work equal to your passion for getting outside and living it

• Ability to work independently and within a team atmosphere

There are also a few skills that are not required but preferred.

• A BA or BS in sports science, engineering, or similar field preferred or equivalent industry experience; biomechanical knowledge and sport specific understanding

• Product acumen with working knowledge of footwear product development processes, including design, development, sourcing, and manufacturing is a plus

Now WE have a question for YOU.  

Are you in? 

Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.