Bobby Mehra

Senior Footwear Technical & Operations Professional with 35+ years of international experience in footwear manufacturing, quality assurance, technical consultancy, product development, sourcing, and factory operations. Extensive experience working with leading international brands including Geox (Italy), Fretz Men (Switzerland), Humanic (Austria), Hush Puppies Germany, and Sarup Tanneries (Bawa Group). Proven expertise in waterproof footwear technologies, leather footwear, process optimization, quality management, and factory leadership.

Recognized for successfully leading cross-functional teams, implementing quality systems, improving manufacturing efficiency, and delivering technical training across India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia.

Senior Footwear Technician / Technical Consultant at Geox – India (2022-09 – Present)

• Provide technical consultancy for footwear development and manufacturing.
• Support quality assurance and production optimization.
• Ensure compliance with international technical standards.
• Coordinate with manufacturing partners for product development and quality improvement.

Technical Representative / Consultant (Footwear) at Fretz Men AG, Switzerland (2014-11 – 2022-10)

• Specialized in GORE-TEX waterproof footwear construction.
• Led technical support for manufacturing partners.
• Improved production quality through process optimization.
• Conducted factory audits, technical evaluations, and quality assessments.

General Manager – Production at Woodland (Aero Club) (2013 – 2014)

• Managed end-to-end production operations.
• Improved manufacturing efficiency and operational planning.
• Led production teams while maintaining quality and delivery targets.

Factory Head (Quality) at Unisol India Pvt. Ltd. (2011-11 – 2013-08)

• Headed manufacturing operations for a joint venture with Delta Soles, Italy.
• Managed production of Rubber, PU, and TPR soles.
• Oversaw quality, production planning, and operational performance.

Technical Consultant – Waterproof Footwear & Testing at Geox – Italy (2007-07 – 2011-10)

• Worked for Geox Headquarters, Montebelluna, Italy.
• Specialized in waterproof footwear technologies, bonding systems, and product testing.
• Led technical training programs across India and Southeast Asia.
• Supported confidential R&D and innovation projects.
• Conducted technical audits and supplier development initiatives.

Factory Head – Quality at Shoetecnik International Corporation Ltd. (2005-05 – 2007-06)

• Led quality assurance for a production capacity exceeding 3,500 pairs per day.
• Supervised quality across cutting, upper manufacturing, sole production, and final assembly.
• Coordinated closely with product development and manufacturing teams to improve product quality and operational efficiency.

Technical Director & Consultant at Pushvin Leathers Pvt. Ltd. (1998 – 2005)

• Established Punjab's first insole manufacturing unit.
• Managed leather footwear production for men's, women's, and children's footwear.
• Led technical consultancy and business development.
• Managed supplier relationships for PU sole manufacturing.

Resident Representative – Europe at Sarup Tanneries (Bawa Group) (1996-02 – 1997-08)

• Represented the company across European markets.
• Conducted technical presentations and feasibility studies.
• Managed buyer-supplier relationships and technical coordination.
• Supported product development and sourcing activities.

Technical Representative / Country Representative / Manager at Northeimer Schuhfabrik Gmbh (Hush Puppies), Germany (1990-03 – 1996-01)

• Progressed from Technician to Country Representative and Manager.
• Managed outsourcing and quality control across multiple manufacturing facilities in India.
• Served as the primary technical liaison between German headquarters and Indian manufacturing partners.
• Recognized as one of the youngest footwear technicians appointed for international outsourcing operations.

Technical Team Member at Humanic, Austria (1988-05 – 1990-02)

• Completed technical apprenticeship in footwear manufacturing.
• Gained hands-on experience in footwear production, quality systems, and operational management.

Apprenticeship in Shoe Technology & Operations Management – Humanic (Austria) & Hush Puppies (Germany) (1988 – 1990)

Higher Secondary in 10+2 – Non-Medical – A.P.J., Jalandhar (1986 – 1988)