In short

You will play a key role in shaping how On develops and delivers new products. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for evolving the Go-To-Market process and ensuring that the necessary capabilities, technologies and ways of working are in place to support On’s long-term strategy. As a thought partner to the product organization leadership, you will design improvements that enhance efficiency, collaboration and business impact.

Your Mission

  • Define and design the future state of the product organization processes, capabilities, technologies & ways of working
  • Develop a clear roadmap for implementing strategic improvements across the product organization.
  • Ensure cross-functional alignment by collaborating with innovation, product strategy, design, product development, sourcing, tech and other functions
  • Partner with senior leaders to co-create and drive the adoption of new frameworks and best practices.
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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • 8+ years of experience with around 3 years experience with people management
  • Management consulting background (manager level) or a strategy business function
  • Experience in the consumer industry, ideally footwear/apparel
  • Proven track record of leading strategic projects at the C-Suite level.
  • Functional expertise in designing innovation / NPD (new product development) processes & capabilities
  • Strong ability to synthesize, structure & simplify complex problems..
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage, influence and align with senior leaders
  • Passion for understanding and advancing On’s vision and long-term business objectives.
  • Fluent in English spoken and written.
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About the Team

You will be part of the Operational Excellence team: an entrepreneurial, dynamic and talented group focused on evolving the product organization (innovation, product strategy, design, development, sourcing) to new levels of effectiveness and performance.

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Team

Team

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Our work is underpinned by the act of sharing. Processes, information, best practices. It helps us challenge the status quo, grow together – and evolve as a business.

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Dennis

Product Operations Specialist, Zurich

We’re at the heart of the action, helping out different people and teams across R&D and the wider business every day. There’s a learning curve, sure, but the variety of projects and topics we cover is unmatched.
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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.