Associate Product Line Manager II

Job Summary

The Associate Product Line Manager II assists the product team to bring assigned product lines and assortments to market in support of business category financial objectives and key results. Coordinates with product management team to maintain product line information in applicable systems for analysis including but not limited to sales data, product lifecycle information, fan insights, trends and competitor information.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and maintains on-going product database including but not limited to financial performance, product performance, SKU data, key account information, retail and tradeshow feedback, market placement and brand strength, and consumer trends.


• Conducts research and preparing reports and briefings that help identify product opportunities that will drive the achievement of category objectives and key results.


• Solicits information from cross functional departments to complete research requests.


• Collaborates with sales, service operations and creative teams in a matrixed environment to provide category product information and support.


• Helps complete product and assortment plans and create product presentations for cross functional and milestone meetings.


• Serves as the point of contact for consumer services requests and product  line activities such as sample shipping process, scheduling meetings, and providing general product information. Escalates issues as needed.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, or related field required


• One (1) year of experience in product, retail, or accessories.


• Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of footwear product and assortment planning preferred.


• Strong written, verbal, presentation and organizational skills.


• Excellent financial analysis and business math skills.


• Proficiency with PC and database management programs.


• Microsoft Office proficiency preferred.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed and high growth environment


• General understanding of the footwear industry and consumer trends preferred.

Travel Required: Yes, up to 25% of the time

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Fuerst Group, KEEN and Chrome are equal opportunity employers. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.