Sr. Director, Product Development and Merchandising - Performance Running
Core
Lead strategy and execution for Skechers' Technical Performance Running Footwear division, translating sport and consumer insights into innovative products.
Role type
Sr. Director, Product Development and Merchandising
Builds
Technical performance running footwear line
Domain
Footwear / Performance Running
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic planning, Category management, Product lifecycle management, Commercial viability analysis, Team leadership, Data-driven decision making, Market trend analysis, KPI tracking, Cross-functional collaboration, Athlete insight translation
Preferred skills
Business acumen, Flexibility, Communication
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Define category vision and product priorities, Oversee performance footwear development from concept to market, Balance innovation and commercial viability, Lead and mentor Product Management team, Analyze sales reports to optimize line planning, Drive category growth through cross-functional partnership
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities