Product Line Manager Apparel Performance

INTERSPORT International; Bern; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

INTERSPORT International, headquartered in Bern, is seeking a Product Line Manager Apparel Performance to lead the development, launch, and lifecycle management of the Performance apparel range. You will drive concepts, architecture, pricing discussions, and GTM execution in collaboration with cross-functional teams and national organizations.

The role requires strong market knowledge, 3+ years in product management, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Degree in business administration, marketing, or a relevant field.
• English: verbal & written – Required.
• 3+ years in product management, preferably apparel/footwear/hardgoods or Sporting goods.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage the overall product creation process, including SMU designs.
• Develop product concepts and range architecture aligned with category plan.
• Coordinate cross-functional discussions on range architecture and pricing strategies.
• Conduct market and competitor research for strategic briefings and decisions.
• Plan and execute key milestones during product creation to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate system data to support informed decisions.
• Ensure effective GTM services and showroom presence.
• SMS order checks, forecast steering, and order follow-up.
• Drive range efficiency by managing range size and lifecycle decisions.
• Conduct business analyses and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Cultivate relationships with national organizations to drive growth.

Skills

Market knowledge

Relationship building

Product management

Communication skills

Sustainability awareness

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Multitasking

Creativity

Education

Degree in business/marketing

Job description

Bern | October 27, 2026

Product Line Manager Apparel Performance

Key Objective

As a Product Line Manager Apparel, with a primary focus on the Performance category, your role is to strategically oversee and drive the development, launch, and success of our dedicated apparel product range. You will play a key part in meeting the needs of our customers and National Organizations (N/O), achieving our business objectives.

Your Tasks

• Independently manage the overall product creation process, including Special Make-Up (SMU) designs, for your designated area of responsibility
• Develop Product concepts and range architecture with a targeted competitive market minus RRP approach within the context of the category game plan and category range portfolio
• Coordinate cross-functional discussions on range architecture and pricing strategies with the Category Management team, external suppliers (N/O’s), and internal departments to ensure alignment on crucial topics
• Conduct comprehensive market and competitor research, including benchmark analysis, to provide a strong foundation for strategic briefings and decision-making processes. (“know who you go against, and who you play with”)
• Prepare the planning and execution of key milestones during the product creation phase to ensure seamless operations and timely delivery
• Maintain accurate and timely system data management to support informed decision making and efficient process
• Ensure effective Go-to-Market (GTM) services and maintain a strong presence in showrooms to showcase products effectively
• Proactive SMS order check, forecast steering and order follow-up
• Drive range efficiency by managing range size through necessary drops and product lifecycle decisions
• Conduct regular business analyses, interpret findings, and translate insights into actionable product concept strategies and range architecture in collaboration with the Performance team
• Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with key N/O´s, driving business growth and ensuring customer (N/O) satisfaction through profound N/O knowledge and their strategic management

Your Profile

• Possess extensive market knowledge and experience in the sporting goods or lifestyle/footwear industry, encompassing competitive brands, retailers, and industry processes.
• Develop and maintain lasting relationships with your business counterparts.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of product management principles and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills and the ability to convey information to various stakeholders.
• Integrating sustainability practices, ethical sourcing guidelines, and environmental considerations into product line strategies aligns with industry trends and stakeholder expectations for corporate social responsibility.
• Analytical skills and strategic thinking to drive product development and range planning
• Cultivate a results-driven approach with a keen focus on accomplishing commercial objectives and attaining profitability targets.
• Employ creative thinking and maintain awareness of trends to remain ahead of market benchmarks and competition.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
• Innovate and think creatively to develop optimal solutions by exploring outside-the-box ideas.
• Demonstrates unwavering adaptability under pressure in international environments, efficiently managing workloads. Confident and reliable team player showcases independence and precision in tasks

Qualification and Experience

• Degree in business administration, marketing, or a relevant field
• Additional certifications or training in product management or related areas is a plus
• Previous experience minimum 3 years in product management, preferably in the apparel/footwear/hardgoods or Sporting goods industry.
• English: verbal & in writing – Required