On - Lead – Product Strategy PAD Footwear - Zürich

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Product Strategy

In short

The Lead position reports to the Head of Product Management for PAD Footwear. The role will shape the future of PAD Footwear through end-to-end product creation and go-to-market execution. Your mission is to elevate the brand by leading cross-functional teams to deliver bold, premium products that resonate with culturally relevant consumers.

Your mission

– Own the seasonal product roadmap and end-to-end execution of inline product releases from concept to market.
– Conduct comprehensive market research and competitive analysis to leverage deep industry insights and influence long-term product strategy and assortment decisions.
– Develop and validate clear, detailed product briefs that are strategically aligned with the brand direction, market needs, and leadership expectations.
– Lead, align, and collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Marketing, and Operations to ensure seamless, on-time, and on-budget execution of the inline collection.
– Drive innovation and portfolio premiumization by championing unique, complex, and forward-thinking product concepts that set new market standards.
– Analyze global product performance and commercial metrics, translating sell-through data and consumer feedback into actionable insights for continuous improvement and future category planning.

Your story

– 7+ years of progressive experience in global product management, merchandising, or buying, with a strong track record in delivering relevant consumer products..
– Proven success in leading and managing complex product projects and high-profile launches within large, matrixed organizations.
– Deep commercial understanding of the connection between product, culture, and consumer insights in the sport and/or fashion industry.
– Expert leadership, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively influence and manage senior stakeholders across global functions.
– Demonstrated ability to be skilled and adaptable at navigating fast-paced, highly creative environments with shifting priorities and timelines.
– Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Meet the team

The PAD Footwear Product Strategy team sits at the intersection of all product creation functions, steering the product identity, viability, and commercial success of our collections. We balance innovation, technical excellence, and consumer needs to deliver products that strengthen brand desirability. Our mission goes beyond performance: we specifically focus on translating high-level athletic concepts and brand heritage into culturally relevant and commercially viable lifestyle products for our consumer base, all while fostering a collaborative, learning-focused environment.