Product Manager, Kids FTW

Brings consumer and kids' insights into product concepts and executes the category direction. It works with all creation functions to deliver product concepts and creates ranges within the category from both a brand and commercial point of view. The position sits within Brand Management & Communications and collaborates closely with the Kids BU and cross-functional partners such as Design, Product Development, Materials, Costing, and Planning.

• Execute the category direction and proactively manage range direction.
• Propose a clear direction for the range and how to move it on.
• Work with all creation functions and interlinked departments to deliver product concepts and enable an efficient product creation process with an optimum product outcome.
• Show full understanding of the product creation process whilst managing all tasks within the given time frames, with special attention to speed to market.
• Actively analyse business, draw conclusions and propose action steps.
• Maintain strong knowledge of product information systems and interlinking functions, with clarity on respective timelines, and apply a good level of product expertise to create industry-leading products.
• Prepare and present projects with the respective audience in mind, using relevant structure and content, and work on projects and follow up on project development with the support of the line manager.
• Maintain a strong relationship and ensure constant dialogue/feedback with the Kids BU and cross-functional team (Design, PD, Materials, Costing, Planning).
• Deliver information clearly and effectively with solid negotiation skills.
• Work independently as well as part of a team.
• Plan and prioritise daily working time effectively with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• College degree.
• Minimum of 5 years Product Marketing experience with FTW background.
• Basic English reading/writing skill.
• PC skills (MS Office programs, especially PowerPoint and Excel).
• Cooperate well and effectively to maintain trustful relationships.
• Knowledge of footwear creation or merchandising.
• Strong analytical skills, be solution driven and result oriented.
• Ability to travel.
• Passion for sport and passion for kids' FTW.

• Degree in marketing, business, textile, or fashion is preferred.
• Experience in kids' products is helpful.

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