Product Manager, Kids FTW

• Proactively manage range direction
• Propose a clear strategy for the range and how to move it on
• Show full understanding of the product creation process whilst managing all tasks within the given time frames, with special attention to speed to market
• Work within cross-functional team and with interlinked departments to enable an efficient product creation process with an optimum product outcome
• Actively analyse business, draw conclusions and propose action steps
• Strong knowledge of product information systems and the interlinking functions – clarity on respective timelines
• Good level of product expertise to create industry leading products
• Be considered as a range expert by markets and retailers
• Prepare and present your ranges and business related topics - with respective audience in mind - by using relevant structure and content
• Work independently on projects and follow up on project development

• College degree, preferably in marketing/business/textile/fashion
• Minimum of 5 years Product Marketing experience with FTW background
• Experience in merchandising or kids' products is helpful
• Fluent in English
• PC skills (MS Office programs, especially PowerPoint and Excel)
• Transport information clear and effectively – negotiate skillfully
• Cooperate well and effectively to maintain and develop trustful relationships
• Work independently as well as part of a team
• Plan and prioritize daily working time effectively with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Knowledge of footwear creation or merchandising
• Actively interested in kids' FTW
• Strong analytical skills, be solution driven and result oriented
• Ability to travel
• Passion for sport

Experience in merchandising or kids' products is helpful