Bike Developer - Taiwan
JOB SUMMARY
The Bike Developer is responsible for overseeing the development of bikes. This role involves managing bike BOM & FOB, following up the product, graphic, packaging development, and reviewing bike photos. Work closely with product manager and assembler
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
。 Oversee the development of Bike, make sure it is on time production.
。 Manage bicycle information: Bill of Materials, pricing, approvals, test results, photos, color matching, component specification and descriptions.
。 Communicate issues found in the field and work with Quality and Engineering teams to expedite our response and ability to solve them.
。 Work with QC on the diagnosis and holding the assemblers accountable when production issues are found.
。 Collaborate with Compliance \ Product Developers to ensure ALL new components and combinations are tested.
。 Collaborate with Product Managers \ Engineering to ensure ALL specifications are compatible with one another (including Frames, Forks, accessories, and new components.
。 Work with Assemblers closely to build and maintain the relationship and trust
。 Work with Assemblers to improve product performance, quality, testing and delivery while pushing them to innovate both in product and manufacturing to bring new products to market with improved efficiency.
。 Collaborate with Product Development Team \ Supply Chain Team to ensure on time delivery of bicycles.
。 Lead annual catalogue photo shoots and ensure accuracy of spec, color and set up while making sure it’s completed on time.
。 Work with Global Rider Care team to identify service parts used, and provide information to purchasing
WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN
。 Bachelor’s degree, together with 3+ years of experience in product development or sales. (Preferably experience in Bicycle Assembler)
。 Proven experience in managing the development of complex products, preferably bicycle/related industry.
。 Good communication skills, both in English and Mandarin/Taiwanese, including listening, speaking, reading and writing.
。 Familiar with MS system (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
。 Experience working with international cultures
。 Understanding of principles for intellectual property ownership and confidentiality.
。 Good problem solving abilities and a sense for getting to the cause of issues
。 Knowledge of bicycle assembly, process, material, logistic and delivery flow.
What We Do
Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our constant. From seasoned pros and weekend warriors, to kids and commuters—if you ride, we’re for you. The passion we have for sharing our love of bikes with the world can be seen in those who choose to work here. Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974.
Are you ready to join our team and help pedal the planet forward?
