Introduction
We are seeking a candidate with considerable experience managing complex products and a strong desire to serve consumers. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the creation of NBA uniforms and partner across the NBA product management team to create compelling concepts. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for product, serving consumers, and an ability to craft and drive strategies. Possessing an ability to lead and drive challenging conversations with external partners will be critical for success. A passion for apparel, leading teams and the ability to navigate, stay organized, and thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment are foundational requirements of this role.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Development, Sports Product Management, or a related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.
- 5 years of experience in product, merchandising, or similar consumer-oriented role.
- Creativity and passion for product, consumers, lifestyle fashion/trend, sport, color, and style.
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
- Able to lead and influence a team and enable collaborative working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group.
- Attention to detail and proven record of delivery against deadlines.
- Necessary Skills/Tools: Excel, SmartSheets, Visual Tool Creation (Powerpoint/Keynote/Miro); MMX understanding is a bonus.
- Domestic and international travel (limited Int’l) required (±10%).
- Prior work experience in the client's industry.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Brand collaboration experience ideally with apparel and footwear, but are open to other products.
- Has a leadership presence, has influence and can guide diverse groups of people.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Help drive NBA product strategy as we work towards building industry-leading uniforms that inspire the next generation of basketball athletes.
- Be responsible for hitting revenue and growth targets to help the company achieve its business needs.
- Own and deliver key product management gates/date from briefing product upstream to design partners to pitching product downstream to external partners and accounts.
- Lead a triad of cross-functional partners throughout the product creation process every season, problem-solving with an emphasis on ultimately creating the highest quality and most consumer-relevant product.
Company Benefits & Culture
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Engagement in innovative and exciting projects.
For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.