Product Manager - Footwear

Product Manager - Footwear

Product Manager – Footwear

At Specializedwe share the core belief that bikes change lives. From product development and operations, to finance and marketing - every role at Specialized contributes to a culture of sustainable, global growth and innovation. We are always looking for passionate people to join the team who are interested in learning and growing far above the scope of the position. You’ll be challenged in many different ways and have a tremendous amount of opportunity. All with an eye towards building product that improves and inspires lives. That’s what Specialized is all about.

Specialized is looking to hire a Product Manager of Footwear . This person is responsible for driving product and business results while leading and inspiring the product creation mission. This is a key leader and voice within the brand that works cross functionally to build category strategies and execute at the highest level. Moreover, we’re looking for someone to dream what the future of footwear is and to find a way to make it happen.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead the Footwear creation process by representing the voice of the rider and delivering innovative products to market.
• Research product needs from our global riders and translate into product and graphic briefs that drive design, costing and line strategy.
• Actively manage the product line and create product strategy and vision for category, for all riding experiences.
• Partner with the BodyGeometry group to onboard new technologies, materials and processes to drive innovation.
• Maintain accurate & organized project documentation to track projects and drive on-time delivery.
• Present product vision, features, and functionality to executive team, sales team and externally to retailers.
• Work with marketing to drive the go-to-market process and execute global activations.
• Ongoing financial analysis as it relates to current business and potential new business.

Ideal Qualifications

Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations :

Colorado Base Pay Range : ($52,467 - $83,532 annual)

BENEFITS

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include :

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include :

PPO, EPO, HMO Kaiser and HDHP competitive Healthcare benefit plans offered (which include coverage for acupuncture and physical therapy)

Dental and Vision plan

Health Savings Account with a company paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA

401(k) Matching up to $5,000 plus company paid retirement plan fees

Profit Sharing Plan

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance program

Sick, Vacation and Paid Holidays

Employee discounts and perk program

Parental Leave

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Education and events reimbursement

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We want to increase representation of all races, genders, and body types in the cycling industry and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all people thrive. We encourage everyone – especially those from marginalized groups – to apply to our job postings and help us earn the position as the rider’s brand of choice. We are always looking for creative, innovative, and passionate people who are eager to contribute to our mission of pedaling the planet forward. Regardless of your qualifications, if you are ready to make a difference, please apply and let us know how you can make an impact at Specialized!

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Salary : $52,467 - $83,532