Demonstrable experience working with global sports brands in technical performance categories, ideally across multiple sports
Strong understanding of the sports landscape and existing relationships with elite-level teams, athletes, and clubs
Knowledge of product creation and product testing processes, protocols, and best practices
Ability to interpret and articulate consumer insights to inform product and marketing strategy
Credible knowledge of athletic footwear and technical specifications of performance products
Strong project management skills with ability to deliver complex testing, marketing, and athlete service projects end-to-end
Collaborative communicator with the ability to adapt across functions and cultures
Self-starter with flexibility to work across multiple time zones and shifting timelines
Appetite to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing team culture
Valid driver's licence and clear driving record
Experience in planning, logistics, coordination, and execution of footwear product testing across a variety of sports
Responsibilities
Assist in all aspects of sports marketing, product testing, influencer management, key retailer support, athlete services, and related projects across the global Technical Performance division
Align with local management teams on strategy, implementation, and execution of all category needs across multiple sports
Communicate with Skechers developers and designers to organise the product-testing calendar, prioritising test length, logistics, and report timelines within product deadlines
Work closely with athletes, teams, and external staff, gathering and delivering comprehensive feedback to drive product excellence
Distribute product and conduct athlete/club visits, gathering insights, and creating reports for key stakeholders
Play a key part in Product Testing, Sports Marketing, Athlete Services, Category Support, Insights and Strategy