Head of Accessories Product Manager

On; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120’000 - 180’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading company in the accessories industry seeks a Head of Accessories Product Manager to drive product development and market alignment. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in product management, demonstrate strong communication skills, and possess a deep understanding of consumer needs. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to create compelling product offerings that resonate with customers, making it pivotal to the company's success.

Qualifikationen

• 9+ years of experience in product line management or merchandising within the accessories industry.
• 5+ years in category management in a global sporting goods role.
• Strong project management experience managing complex projects.

Aufgaben

• Lead product creation process by connecting Product Board with Sales & Marketing.
• Gather market data and trends to inform seasonal product planning.
• Ensure alignment with Go To Market (GTM) plan and present in key meetings.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Entrepreneurial spirit

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In short

This role will act as the voice of our consumer through the product creation process by being the connection between the Product Board and our Sales & Marketing teams. You will apply your in-depth industry knowledge as well as use market insights to put together an exceptional product brief reflecting our consumer’s needs, building, scaling as well as shaping On’s accessories vision liaising across the whole company. You will own the product creation timeline and calendar be a leading contributor and presenter at line reviews and key meetings.

In short

This role will act as the voice of our consumer through the product creation process by being the connection between the Product Board and our Sales & Marketing teams. You will apply your in-depth industry knowledge as well as use market insights to put together an exceptional product brief reflecting our consumer’s needs, building, scaling as well as shaping On’s accessories vision liaising across the whole company. You will own the product creation timeline and calendar be a leading contributor and presenter at line reviews and key meetings.

Your mission

• You are responsible for the alignment of our product board vision and launch plans in how we bring our products to market
• You will be working cross functionally as a key facilitator between our Design, Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Supply Chain and Production Development teams, to deliver a unique product that speaks our brand’s voice and reflects our consumer’s needs
• You will be gathering data and feed in future trends to initiate the seasonal kick-off together with product design (aligned with On’s message)
• You will leverage in depth knowledge of On’s DNA, positioning, market trends and sales information to define line assortment plans
• You will stay informed on industry knowledge/trends by attending trade shows, retails stores, market visits and partner with our internal consumer insights team and customers
• You are the voice of our consumer throughout the product creation process by attending key account meetings, sell-through analytics, customer focus groups, as well as by working closely with our consumer insight team
• You will ensure full alignment with the Go To Market (GTM) plan by partnering with our Product Development, Design, Sales & Marketing teams and being a leading contributor at major presentations, milestones and launches
• You create product briefs for each line review to inform the board of key updates and changes in addition to overall financial roll-up with margin break down per SKU
• You own and represent the product lines during sales meeting by curating a compelling customer facing story with marketing and GTM plan to supply all necessary sell in tools
  
  

Your story

• You have 9+ years of experience in product line management or merchandising within the accessories industry (preferably within lifestyle and performance)
• 5+ years experience in Category management as well as brand building within a global role in the sporting goods or lifestyle environment
• 5+ years of experience with analysing global trends and market information (within the accessories industry) to build a competitive product line and advise on product positioning, pricing and opportunities
• You have demonstrated experience working together with a Product team to put together a product brief and then being the owner of the creation timeline thereafter
• You are a strong communicator with proven experience presenting, negotiating and adapting given the needs of different audiences
• You embody an entrepreneurial spirit, are proactive and like taking initiatives
• You have demonstrated experience working independently in developing strategic plans and to then communicate that vision
• Strong project management experience - you are able to manage complex projects whilst sticking to critical timelines and deadlines
  
  

What We Offer

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Retail

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