Senior Product Line Manager Footwear

·       Driving the product creation of regional Footwear range, including product for leading Key online Accounts in India, and regional Collab partners.

·       Driving the strategic direction of product lines in alignment with the Brand and Business Unit strategy.

·       Ensuring that final products are target consumer and trend relevant, competitive on the market and offer a unique selling proposition.

·       Analyzing market & Key Accounts for consumer, market and competitor insights.

·       Leading the cooperation with Merchandising & Sales, Key Accounts, Design and Development to ensure that the final collection is reflecting market needs.

·       Working closely with Global PLM teams as well as Apparel teams for head-to-toe product alignment.

·       Presenting product strategy and product lines to international partners and Key Accounts.

·       Managing the final Free on Board-prices considering given target margins.

·       Turning forecast & sales analyses into product & business decisions.

·       Ensuring that Product Data Systems are maintained correctly and on time

·       Bachelor/ Master’s degree in Fashion Management, Business Administration or Marketing.

·       5+ years of international footwear experience or in a similar position with a top tier international sports company

·       Very good knowledge and passion for the sport, consumer trends as well as the sportswear market in India

·       Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment dealing with complex processes at the simultaneously

·       Excellent technical footwear product knowledge

·       Strong analytical skills, overall business orientation with excellent presentation and communication skills

·       Strong verbal and written language skills in English

·       Deep knowledge of MS Office environment (Excel, Power Point, etc.)

·       Team player mentality, high flexibility, and open mindedness