Senior Technology Product Manager (Athlete Programs)

Locations: Zurich, London

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Technology

In short

As the Product Manager for our Athlete Ecosystem, you will be at the forefront of shaping the digital experience for the world's top athletes. You will be entrusted with the pivotal role of defining and driving the product vision for a seamless, integrated platform that manages the entire athlete lifecycle at On. From their first day with us to their greatest sporting achievements, you will ensure that our technology empowers them to perform at their best. This is a unique opportunity to blend your passion for product management, technology, and sport to build a world-class ecosystem that serves as the backbone of our athlete program.

Your Mission

Product Vision & Strategy: Develop and articulate a compelling product vision and long-term strategy for the athlete ecosystem. Define the roadmap and prioritize initiatives to deliver a cohesive and intuitive experience for athletes, agents, coaches, and internal teams
Athlete Lifecycle Management: Design and optimize the digital journey for athlete onboarding and off-boarding. Create streamlined workflows for contract management, product allocation, and access to On’s resources, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.
Data Management & Insights: Own the strategy for athlete data management, ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility. Partner with data scientists and analysts to unlock insights into athlete performance, engagement, and product needs, turning data into actionable product improvements.
Seamless Ordering & Fulfillment: Reimagine the ordering and fulfillment process for athlete-dedicated products. Build and enhance capabilities to provide athletes with frictionless access to the products they need, when they need them, from custom kits to the latest performance gear.
Performance Management Tools: Conceptualize and deliver tools and features that support athlete performance management. Collaborate with sports science and performance specialists to build solutions that help track progress, manage competition schedules, and facilitate communication — all with the end goal of helping our athletes win on the biggest stages.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Athlete Managers Sports Science, and Leadership, to align on priorities, communicate product updates, and ensure successful product launches

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Your story

5+ years of experience in product management in a fast paced technology environment
A proven track record of shipping successful products, from concept to launch.
Experience in developing and managing ecosystems, platforms, or complex data-driven products.
A deep understanding of agile methodologies and modern product management principles.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into a clear product strategy.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams.
A passion for sports and an understanding of the needs of elite athletes is a strong plus.
Experience with Jira and Confluence for product planning and documentation.

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About the Team

The Product Management Technology team is the digital backbone of On's product creation engine. We are a team of strategic product leaders who partner with core business functions—from R&D and Design to Sourcing and Supply Chain—to build the platforms and systems that power On's growth.

Our mission is to create a seamless, intelligent, and efficient digital ecosystem that enables our teams to design and deliver the next generation of revolutionary products. We are internal entrepreneurs, deeply embedded in the business, who identify complex challenges and build elegant, scalable solutions.

As a member of our team, you will have a unique opportunity to drive significant transformation and make a tangible impact on the future of one of the world's most exciting brands.

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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.

Build the better you

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.