Associate Category Manager - Personalization
Broomfield, CO, US, 80021
Overview
A world leader in innovative footwear, Crocs, Inc., is dedicated to the future of comfort. Our original and most famous style, the Classic Clog, is instantly recognized around the world — and for good reason: since 2002, we’ve sold more than 600 million pairs in over 90 countries! We achieved our status as a global leader in the casual footwear category by taking an inherently simple approach to uniting style, comfort and value.
Crocs is built on inherent simplicity and people-purposed, imaginative innovation. Our culture thrives with those who can think big, act fast and collaborate with ease. We are looking for an Associate Category Manager who is an agile teammate to join us in bringing consumer-first product to the evolving global marketplace.
Every day, we make a choice to have an open mind and look on the bright and colorful side of life. We embrace and celebrate the uniqueness in everyone, inviting the world to Come As You Are. Our Jibbitz charms allow Crocs fans to personalize their shoes and express themselves – and this is the product you’ll be working with!
As Associate Category Manager, you will support execution of the global line plan to meet the strategic goals and long-term vision of the brand. This role is highly collaborative and coordinates across multiple functions. You will apply effective communication & organizational skills to support the product creation process from end-to-end.
What You'll Do
- Support execution of seasonal brand & category objectives through assistance in line planning & briefing, special or off-timeline project management, system management, sample tracking & organization, timeline management, milestone presentation support, and cross-functional communication.
- Learn triad best-practices & product creation lifecycle, ensuring product intent, costing targets & timelines are being met.
- Become an expert in consumer, competitor, and marketplace with an emphasis on accessories and personalization trends; Create reports to support and share competitor market research; Partner with design team to capture relevant trends
- Partner with planning team to analyze historical and real time performance data using an insight to action approach to support decision making.
What You'll Bring to the Table
- 0-2 years category management or product line management experience, preferably in a SKU-intensive team.
- Strong organizational skills & attention to detail and deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and works collaboratively.
- A passion for understanding consumer, culture, market & trends with a distinguished taste-level and eye for commerciality.
- Seeks to understand multiple points of view, maintain a learning mentality, and expresses viewpoints with confidence.
- Desire to hone analytical skills and an actioned-oriented approach to data.
- Creative, out of the box thinking to challenge the status quo.
- Ability to travel.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.
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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We accept applications on an ongoing basis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Title: Associate Category Manager - Personalization 
Salary or Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Pay offered will vary based on job-related factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities.
At Crocs, Inc. we believe in the power of a blend of in-person and virtual collaboration to drive creativity and strengthen relationships. Your participation in this flexible schedule plays a key role in building a connected and successful team. In-office requirements vary by our work personas: Resident (5 days), Collaborator (4 days), Connector (2-3 days), Explorer (fully remote). This role has been aligned to the Collaborator persona.
This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program.
This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.
The application window is 45 days, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after the posting date in order to ensure optimal consideration. The posting will be removed if the job is filled before the application window deadline.
Job Category: Corporate
Nearest Major Market: Denver