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Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization :
Bring consumer and sport insights into your conceptsExecute the category directionWork with all creation functions to deliver product conceptsCreate ranges within the category from both an image and commercial point of viewKey Responsibilities :
Proactively manage range directionPropose a clear strategy for the range and how to move it onShow full understanding of the product creation process whilst managing all tasks within the given time frames, with special attention to speed to marketWork within cross-functional team and with interlinked departments to enable an efficient product creation process with an optimum product outcomeActively analyse business, draw conclusions and propose action stepsStrong knowledge of product information systems and the interlinking functions – clarity on respective timelinesGood level of product expertise to create industry leading productsActively execute spot buying (e.g.buying existing fabrics or already developed / existing styles at supplier)Be considered as a range expert by markets and retailersPrepare and present your ranges and business related topics - with respective audience in mind - by using relevant structure and contentActively provide input for setting the CtC (Concept to Consumer) direction and implement it into relevant ranges in partnership with CtC counterpartsWork independently on projects and follow up on project developmentAuthorities : Key Relationships :
Maintain a strong relationship and ensure constant dialogue / feedback withbusiness unit and across other BU´s
cross-functional team ( Design, Fashion Operations ,CtC, Materials, Costing, Planning)markets and relevant key retailersKnowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Transport information clear and effectively – negotiate skillfullyCooperate well and effectively to maintain and develop trustful relationshipsWork independently as well as part of a teamPlan and prioritize daily working time effectively with the ability to work in a fast paced environmentKnowledge of respective product categoryStrong analytical skills, be solution driven and result orientedAbility to travelActively interested in lifestyle and / or fashionPassion for sportRequisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications :
College degree, preferably in marketing / business / textile / fashionMinimum of 2-3 years Product Marketing experience with APP, FTW or ACC backgroundExperience in trade, vertical retail business model or sales is helpfulFluent in EnglishPC skills (MS Office programs, especially PowerPoint and Excel)