Manager, Category Management- Lifestyle
Broomfield, CO, US, 80021
Overview
We are looking for a Manager, Category Management-Lifestyle who can use analytics and turn them in to significant insights; someone who can connect the dots, champion a consumer-first approach and drive a brand vision. Reporting into the Senior Director, Category Management you will be responsible for the team to deliver an outstanding line as a result of deep product, consumer and competitor analysis passionate about our lifestyle categories. You will develop initiatives and line plans crafted to reach both seasonal and long-term strategic goals and revenue / margin plans. You will drive clear processes to enable operational efficiency within the product creation process and will demonstrate cross-functional collaboration to get key partners aligned. Above all, you’re passionate about team and want to support and develop those around you.
What You'll Do
- Build a balanced growth plan for lifestyle categories utilizing a consumer-first approach that incorporates operational and financial realities and drives end to end quality.
- Expand the existing lifestyle business with clear penetration targets, excellent assortments, and compelling ready-made go-to-market sales pitches.
- Use consumer, competitor, and data insights and drive the vision for the future.
- Co-create the product strategy with the Sr. Director of Category Management cascade down through your team.
- Analyze the business and drive actions to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate weaknesses. Seek after success and pivot on failures, prioritizing speed to match the pace of the consumer.
- Ensure comp products and volume are protected, but also build space for newness to drive incremental growth and whitespace opportunities for the brand.
- Oversee triad collaboration with design, development/innovation, and merchandising.
- Lead through empowerment, focusing on people development, encouraging a culture of curiosity, consumer centricity and analysis.
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What You'll Bring to the Table
- 5+ years applicable category management experience, preferably with a background in casual / sport lifestyle
- 2+ years of team management experience
- Possesses an expert-level understanding and passion for product line management and the product creation calendar and lifecycle
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership
- Consistent record of success at other global brands, preferably apparel or footwear
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and engage cross-functional partners and executive leaders
- Ability to lead with empowerment agility and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to travel domestically/globally
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: Manager, Category Management- Lifestyle 
Salary or Pay Range: $110,000 - $120,000
Workplace Persona: Collaborator
Pay offered will vary based on job-related factors such as location, experience, training, skills, and abilities.
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.
Job Category: Corporate
Nearest Major Market: Denver