Lead - Product Strategy PAD Footwear

Location: Zurich

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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.

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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).

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About 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.

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Hyeyoung

Head of Strategic Product Initiatives

The way we solve problems is very unique and that brings a very unique energy into it. It motivates me everyday, waking up with this excitement that's quite unusual.

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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.