Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today. At New Balance, We Got Now.
JOB MISSION:
To manage the ongoing relationships and process with Accessories and Kids Apparel Licensees. Additionally assisting the wider EMEA Apparel Merch team with admin support
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Accessories and Kids Apparel Licensees
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Working closely with global team on management of licensees and ranges on a seasonal basis
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Working with licensees on segmentation and distribution topics
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Manage EMEA forecasting at category level
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Creation and management of range grids/ presentations
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Manage and maintain the EMEA assortment info through the dedicated systems and documents.
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Managing sample arrival/ organisation/ cataloguing etc.
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Responsible for update of pricing and margin analysis for relevant products, ensuring appropriate margin requirements are met.
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Ability to work to tight deadlines to meet all merchandising milestones.
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with key members of the global and market teams.
Admin Support
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Maintenance of seasonal boards/grids for wider merch team
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Support with presentation building for key milestones
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System accuracy maintenance & support
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Managing sample arrival/ organisation/ cataloguing etc.
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Style set up of SMU’s
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Segmentation & pricing maintenance in seasonal documents
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Hard launch tracking support
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Support at key events where needed
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
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Relevant experience in either a merchandising/buying or product management role is preferable
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Knowledgeable about global consumer trends and key brands/retailers
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Presentation skills
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Experience of working with internal ordering / finance systems
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Highly organised and customer focused with a desire to succeed with a thriving brand.
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Exceptional organisation, time & management skills.
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Team player
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Strong communication skills.
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Able to travel to events.
BENEFITS:
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Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
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Private Medical Insurance
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Dental Scheme
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Pension Scheme
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Flexible Working Hours (7am-10am start, 3pm-6pm finish)
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Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
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25 days Annual Leave per year, increasing with service
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Life Insurance
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On Site Gym
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Employee Discount
Flexible Work Schedule
For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while providing high levels of flexibility to associates. North American office-based associates are expected to come into the office on Wednesdays, with other occasional in-office days for in-person meetings and events as needed. Our offices are fully open and amenities are available across our North American office locations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.