Head of Product Operations Strategy

You will play a key role in shaping how On develops and delivers new products. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for evolving the Go-To-Market process and ensuring that the necessary capabilities, technologies and ways of working are in place to support On’s long-term strategy. As a thought partner to the product organization leadership, you will design improvements that enhance efficiency, collaboration and business impact.

Your Mission

• Define and design the future state of the product organization processes, capabilities, technologies & ways of working
• Develop a clear roadmap for implementing strategic improvements across the product organization.
• Ensure cross-functional alignment by collaborating with innovation, product strategy, design, product development, sourcing, tech and other functions
• Partner with senior leaders to co-create and drive the adoption of new frameworks and best practices.

Your story

• Management consulting background (manager level) or a strategy business function
• Experience in the consumer industry, ideally footwear/apparel
• Proven track record of leading strategic projects at the C-Suite level.
• Functional expertise in designing innovation / NPD (new product development) processes & capabilities
• Strong ability to synthesize, structure & simplify complex problems.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, influence and align with senior leaders
• Passion for understanding and advancing On’s vision and long-term business objectives.
• Fluent in English spoken and written.

About the Team

You will be part of the Operational Excellence team: an entrepreneurial, dynamic and talented group focused on evolving the product organization (innovation, product strategy, design, development, sourcing) to new levels of effectiveness and performance.

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.

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