Category Manager - Soft Goods
Skullcandy, Inc.
Park City, VT, 84060
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A vision born on a chairlift, tested in the sand, proven on the urban streets. Skullcandy embodies exclusive designs by some of today’s most notorious artists, fused with team inspired state of the art technology in
both function and form, remixed to a thumping beat. Our Skullcandy corporate office is located at the base of the mountain in Park City, Utah.
Responsibilities
Skullcandy is looking for a talented Soft Goods category/product manager that will drive market research, develop & execute the short, mid and long-term product strategy for our global line of apparel and accessories.
• This role will be responsible for creating the line plan including researching category trends, setting price/margin targets, executing the go-to-market strategies, and working seamlessly across a large cross-functional team.
• This role will analyze and understand Skullcandy’s channel strategy and build line plan strategies according to opportunities.
• This role will vigilantly take ownership of identifying in-line product improvement.
• Will require alignment with the sales organization to identify opportunities and exceed shared goals. Attendance at key account meetings and tradeshows will be expected.
• The seasonal product calendar will be owned by this role
• All seasonal product meetings will be led by the product/category manager.
• This person will work cross functionally with design, product development, marketing, sales, supply chain, and the Asia operations office.
• The ability to communicate clearly and provide visibility to all aspects of the product development process is critical.
• There will be frequent domestic and international travel.
• Identify and drive process improvements across multiple teams.
Experience + Qualifications
• 8+years category management & product merchandising experience
• BA or BS degree
• Ability to understand, analyze, and forecast product trends
• Understanding of fabric manufacturing techniques and processes
• Experience leading a product timeline process across multiple teams
• Significant experience with Asia-based suppliers
• Comfortable working in high-pressure situations with extended work hours
• Outstanding presentation skills
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
• Apple and Windows-based applications
Please submit your resume and cover letter through Malakye.com.
both function and form, remixed to a thumping beat. Our Skullcandy corporate office is located at the base of the mountain in Park City, Utah.
Responsibilities
Skullcandy is looking for a talented Soft Goods category/product manager that will drive market research, develop & execute the short, mid and long-term product strategy for our global line of apparel and accessories.
• This role will be responsible for creating the line plan including researching category trends, setting price/margin targets, executing the go-to-market strategies, and working seamlessly across a large cross-functional team.
• This role will analyze and understand Skullcandy’s channel strategy and build line plan strategies according to opportunities.
• This role will vigilantly take ownership of identifying in-line product improvement.
• Will require alignment with the sales organization to identify opportunities and exceed shared goals. Attendance at key account meetings and tradeshows will be expected.
• The seasonal product calendar will be owned by this role
• All seasonal product meetings will be led by the product/category manager.
• This person will work cross functionally with design, product development, marketing, sales, supply chain, and the Asia operations office.
• The ability to communicate clearly and provide visibility to all aspects of the product development process is critical.
• There will be frequent domestic and international travel.
• Identify and drive process improvements across multiple teams.
Experience + Qualifications
• 8+years category management & product merchandising experience
• BA or BS degree
• Ability to understand, analyze, and forecast product trends
• Understanding of fabric manufacturing techniques and processes
• Experience leading a product timeline process across multiple teams
• Significant experience with Asia-based suppliers
• Comfortable working in high-pressure situations with extended work hours
• Outstanding presentation skills
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
• Apple and Windows-based applications
Please submit your resume and cover letter through Malakye.com.