Sportstyle Product Manager

We've always believed in the positive benefits of movement on the body, and the mind. It's why we're called ASICS which stands for 'Anima Sana In Corpore Sano', or a Sound Mind in a Sound Body. Our founder, Kihachiro Onitsuka, saw that sport had the power to lift spirits, project positivity and propel people and whole communities forward. We still believe this.​ Which is why all of us are committed to support more people to move for body, and for mind.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join ASICS as Wholesale Marketplace Merchandiser (France Product Manager) M/F/X from our Montpellier headoffice or Paris.

Be the bridge between Regional Sales & EMEA Category product team, with a very strong focus on our sportstyle range and business.

Deliver the country's annual budget targets by managing the product assortment in line with category strategy, commercial accounts plans and customers ambitions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

Define Seasonal Range Strategies & Assortment Planning

• Provide EMEA and Market feedbacks on the product line prior to line finalization to optimize the range.
• Deliver assortment excellence in Wholesale and ensure Sales follow the initial Seasonal Assortment Strategy.
• Line Development:  
  • Inputs: In collaboration with the Planner, consolidate business insights from previous seasons to guide future assortment strategies using historical analysis and market knowledge / trends.  
  • Adaptation: In conjunction with the Planner, adjust and adapt commercial expectations as the line develops and raise any risks or opportunities to the financials. 
  • Align long term plans with Sportstyle Strategic accounts to anticipate future opportunities in the line.

Systems and Process

• Continuously monitor ways of working and suggest opportunities for improved efficiency and process enhancement.  
• Develop a clear understanding of the systems and data flow within ASICS to be able to identify opportunities for improvement. Work with the key relationships within the business to manage the flow and accuracy.   

Collaborate with other Merchandisers to assess operational/functional performance, proactively identify gaps in Marketplace Merchandising processes and address improvement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Merchandising, Economy, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Business Analytics.

Minimum Experience:

• A minimum of 4+ years relevant working experience gained in a multi-channel and in Merchandising or product related position in the fashion industry.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

Knowledge  

• Fluent in English is a must. 
• Good understanding of the Sportstyle environment
• College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Economy, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Business  Analytics. 
• A minimum of 4 years' relevant working experience. 
• Able to present financial strategies (linked to the buy) at all levels. 
• Strong numeracy and forecasting skills. 
• Strong Excel skills. 
• Good communication skills. 
• Proactive, results-driven team player, able to perform under deadlines and changing priorities. 
• Knowledge of relevant systems and applications 

Personal skills 

• Cross functional team player. 
• Proactive. 
• Stress resistance. 
• Organised & Process driven. 
• Highly analytical. 
• Excellent Written and verbal communication. 
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Strong Problem solver

We are looking forward to hearing from you. Please apply via Success Factors with your CV and cover letter.

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