Senior Lead - Footwear Testing

Serve as a senior point of contact for internal stakeholders in the Run category, providing guidance and alignment on testing projects.

Collaborate closely with key stakeholders to identify testing requirements based on product briefs and target consumers, owning end to end processes for assigned projects

Define and execute rigorous testing strategies across durability, fit, comfort, and performance,  taking charge of high-complexity testing programs.

Lead qualitative and quantitative footwear testing, perception studies, and real-world validation to ensure products reflect authentic athlete and consumer needs.

Build and maintain strategic partnerships to integrate consumer insights, scientific expertise, and performance analysis into standardized, evidence-based product evaluations.

Translate complex testing data into powerful insights and clear reports that enable confident decision-making and elevate product excellence across the organization.

We’re a team responsible for making sure that the products for On represent the highest quality & performance standards. We have a lot of responsibility to meet the needs and demands of our customers. So we analyse, test and validate our products in the most comprehensive manner. Only products that pass our rigorous tests ever go to market.

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

8+ years of experience in footwear testing or a closely related role within the footwear industry

A strong passion for run culture and performance running footwear.

Proven leadership experience, with a passion for building high-performance teams

Ability to influence cross-functional team effectiveness through partnership & advisory

Excellent communication skills and confidence in working with cross-functional stakeholders.

A detail-oriented, creative, and solutions-focused mindset.