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Salomon
The Lead Exploration Innovator, Footwear role at Salomon drives R&D innovation projects from initial exploration to concept development, creating breakthrough ideas and transforming them into viable product opportunities. This senior, operational position requires aligning multidisciplinary teams, managing complex projects with 2-5 year horizons, and ensuring concepts progress to prototypes while balancing creativity with technical and industrial constraints. The role directly contributes to Salomon's innovation strategy by evaluating opportunities, developing external partnerships, and maintaining continuity through to product development.
Headquarters
Metz, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Founded
1947
Salomon is a French outdoor sports brand founded in 1947 in Annecy that designs and manufactures footwear, apparel, and equipment for running, trail running, hiking, skiing and snowboarding. The company is known for technical innovation and performance-focused products — from trail and running shoes to skis, bindings, boots, and technical apparel for men, women, and children. Salomon emphasizes durability, lightweight construction, and on-trail/on-mountain performance, making it popular with athletes and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide. Its products are sold through retailers and Salomon’s direct online store across global markets.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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