StellenbeschreibungppAs the Director of Product Vertical Running, you will be the architect of our running product vision, setting the strategic direction that shapes the future of the Running product strategy. In this pivotal role, you will provide visionary leadership for the running vertical, ensuring its alignment with our global mission and long-term business objectives. /p h3Your mission /h3 ul liDefine and steer the long-term strategic vision for the Running category, ensuring all product initiatives align with our broader business objectives. /li liServe as the primary strategic advisor for product directors, empowering them to drive innovation while maintaining coherence with the overall product strategy. Guide new levels of excellence, best practices, and efficiencies within all creation teams. /li liWork collaboratively with the Executive Leadership team on defining long‑term growth strategies and align behind the company’s core vision and mission. /li liEstablish a clear vision for how channel strategy, brand strategy, and product strategy together orchestrate the product portfolio’s lifecycle across our different communities. /li liLead with a focus on vision and innovation, ensuring that we stay ahead of industry trends and maintain our position as a leader in the running footwear market. /li liFoster an environment of functional and cross‑functional collaboration and transparency, ensuring synergy between product development, design, marketing, and other critical teams, elevating the running product strategy. /li liBe a driving force behind our head‑to‑toe strategy balancing credibility, functionality, sustainability, and design, building the most premium sportswear product in the marketplace. /li liLead your teams with a consumer‑first approach, ensuring that the product strategy is rooted in deep market insights and evolving consumer demands, while also driving our ambition to inspire athletes globally. /li /ul h3Your story /h3 ul li10+ years in product strategy or product management, with significant exposure to (performance) footwear. /li li7+ years of experience in a leadership role—demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams. /li liA visionary leader with proven expertise in setting and executing product strategies that elevate brand positioning and market leadership in the sports industry. /li liExtensive experience guiding senior leaders, focusing on strategic alignment, leadership development, and fostering authentic collaboration. /li liDemonstrated ability to balance big‑picture thinking with detailed execution, ensuring that teams are equipped to deliver on both tactical and strategic initiatives. /li liAbility to inspire cross‑functional teams and drive a culture of excellence; proven experience as a driver of cross‑functional alignment at crucial intersections to architect a robust GTM strategy. /li liStrong understanding of the entire product creation process. /li liDeep background in (performance) running, including direct work with professional athletes across various disciplines to gain insights applicable to the global running line plan. Experience managing and growing key performance running platforms. /li liGreat communication skills are a must, with a high proficiency in English. /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 pOn 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. /p pOn 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
