Associate Product Manager, Race Day

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As Associate Product Manager, Race Day, you are a key member of the Running Global Business Unit executing the Performance Running line plan with a strong focus on the Race Day Athlete. You are both a product and consumer expert for New Balance, with experience guiding teams through the entire cross-functional product creation process. You are working on a team that is creating industry leading performance running product with the goal of making runners better every day. You have a passion for Road Racing and Track and Field.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the creation and execution of a product line strategically aligned with the needs of the global running consumer.
• Be a product marketer, building and telling stories that are informed and built with athlete insights.
• Creatively inspire design and marketing teams, inclusive of building compelling design and marketing briefs.
• Support the running category, collaborating on a long-term vision for performance running.
• Conduct market research with a strong POV and passion for the Race Day space, and how running product enhances the experience of the runner.
• Achieve sales revenue, unit margins, and brand share objectives for the running business unit.
• Incorporate information from Manufacturing, Sales, Supply Chain, Design, Development, and Global Marketing to effectively bring to market specific products and product lines.
• Serve as global business unit consumer & data lead by collaborating with Direct-to-Consumer Merchandising, Consumer Insights and Global Merchandising to uncover and analyze consumer, industry and sell-through data and future trends to drive product creation.
• Act as a category spokesperson with internal and external audiences to maximize the successful execution of product initiatives in the marketplace.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field relevant to the product management role.
• 2-3 years' experience in a relevant product management or merchandising role.
• Experience managing footwear products from concept to commercialization through the product creation process.
• Passion and creativity for footwear with a skilled knowledge of shoe construction as well as improving the experience and performance of runners.
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to mentor and inspire multiple cross functional groups.
• Organized, strategic thinker with deep understanding of and experience assessing global consumer needs.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, strong analytical skills and action-oriented approach to utilizing data to drive decision making and results.

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.