Are you passionate about sneakers and sports fashion? Do you have a proven track record in product strategy and vendor partnerships? Foot Locker Pacific is looking for a Director, Product Strategy to drive consumer-focused initiatives, elevate our product offering, and strengthen key vendor relationships across the region.
Responsibilities
As the Director of Product Strategy, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product assortment and marketplace positioning. You’ll partner with cross-functional teams to deliver trend-driven concepts, strategic vendor plans, and operational excellence that fuel growth and profitability.
What You’ll Do:
Lead Product Strategy:
- Define and evolve Foot Locker’s product strategy in partnership with senior leadership.
- Develop consumer-focused concepts and trend-driven initiatives to elevate our brand.
- Consolidate global and regional insights for actionable strategies.
Drive Vendor Partnerships:
- Build and strengthen relationships with key vendors to secure exclusivity and revenue growth.
- Align local vendor strategies with Foot Locker’s vision and maintain live strategy documents.
Strategic Operations & Leadership:
- Own key product meetings and vendor calendars to optimize team resources.
- Oversee new vendor onboarding, system setup, and EDI integration.
- Lead and mentor the Administrative Assistant Buying to ensure operational excellence.
Noting that occasional travel, both domestically and international, would be required for this role.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Minimum of 7 years’ experience in merchandise, product and/or category management, retail, or sales (preferably footwear/apparel).
- Proven leadership experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing, or equivalent.
- Strong knowledge of merchandising, trend forecasting, buying, distribution, marketing, inventory control, budgeting, and team management.
- Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrix environment.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about sneakers and sports fashion
Benefits
- Work for a globally reputable brand!
- Employee discounts on the latest sneakers and apparel – wear your kicks to work!
- Hybrid work arrangement (3 days in the office) with on-site parking available
- Access to professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Competitive salary package along with allowance and performance-based bonus!
Ready to lead and make an impact? Apply now and help us define the future of Foot Locker Pacific.
