Product Manager - Specialized 5

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  • Beaverton, OR
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer/Client Researchunmatched
    • Customer/Consumer Behaviorunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Market Researchunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Marketingunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Lifecycleunmatched
    • Product Managementunmatched
    • Product Merchandisingunmatched
    • Product Planningunmatched
    • Product Positioningunmatched
    • Product Programsunmatched
    • Product Strategyunmatched
    • Product Supportunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Retailunmatched
    • Sales Presentationunmatched
    • Sportsunmatched
    • Storytellingunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Test Designunmatched
    • Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

    Description

    Job Title: Product Manager Specialized 5 (Footwear Product Management)
    Location: Beaverton, OR (WHQ) Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote)
    Duration: 3 Months Contract

    Position Overview:
    We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to support a high-performing Footwear Product Creation team focused on Core Running. This position will provide leave coverage and play a key role in managing multiple footwear initiatives across product creation, merchandising, marketing, and development functions.
    The ideal candidate will bring strong product management expertise, exceptional presentation and communication skills, and a passion for sport and footwear. Candidates with footwear industry experience, athlete-focused product knowledge, and running category exposure will be highly preferred.

    Key Responsibilities
    • Support the end-to-end footwear product creation process from concept through commercialization.
    • Manage and coordinate multiple product initiatives simultaneously across cross-functional teams.
    • Partner closely with Product Creation, Merchandising, Marketing, Design, Testing, and Development teams.
    • Create and deliver executive-level product presentations and product strategy decks using Keynote.
    • Support product line planning, product briefs, and new product opportunities.
    • Gather and synthesize athlete, consumer, and marketplace insights to inform product decisions.
    • Analyze market trends, consumer behaviors, and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities.
    • Assist in driving product creation processes for new footwear models and seasonal initiatives.
    • Manage product information, sample tracking, and critical milestone deliverables.
    • Ensure alignment and communication across upstream and downstream partners throughout the product lifecycle.
    • Support footwear storytelling through product positioning, color, material, and graphic strategies.
    Required Qualifications
    • 8+ years of experience in Product Management or a closely related field such as Consumer Research, Marketing Research, Merchandising, or Product Creation.
    • Strong experience building high-level presentations and product decks using Keynote.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
    • Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
    • Experience working across cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Footwear industry experience combined with product management experience.
    • Experience supporting running, performance sports, or athletic products.
    • Retail industry experience.
    • Knowledge of footwear product creation and development processes.
    • Understanding of consumer insights, athlete insights, and market trends.
    • Passion for sport and athlete-focused product innovation.
    • Bachelor's degree preferred (not required).
    Soft Skills
    • Collaborative team player.
    • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
    • Adaptable and proactive mindset.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication.
    • Strong cultural fit and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    Additional Information
    • Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.
    • Contract length approximately 3 months (leave coverage).
    • Potential for one domestic trip to Los Angeles.
    • Candidates available to start immediately will receive priority consideration.
    Interview Process
    • 1 2 interview rounds.
    • Quick hiring process for qualified candidates.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBeaverton, OR

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