Apparel Associate Product Manager, Tennis

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Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

As an Associate Product Manager, you will support the Tennis category in their execution of creating product assortments. You will work with cross‑functional teams to assist in successfully developing, designing, managing, merchandising, and driving product assortments that meet business plans and long‑term brand vision.

• Assist in the category strategy and execute a business plan to support category growth, while taking into account manufacturing, cost, and market requirements.
• Participate in conducting ongoing market and trend research to gain a full understanding of the needs of the target consumer in the category in order to build a superior product line.
• Evaluate competitors’ businesses and the marketplace to capitalize on potential opportunities.
• Lead gathering of consumer and athlete insights.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to cross‑functional global teams based on market data and consumer insights.
• Prepare reports as required by Senior Product Manager and Product Manager to include sales & selling data, category performance, margin and market/consumer analysis.
• Contribute to creating detailed product line plans and marketing briefs for each season.
• Communicate goals, expectations, and responsibilities surrounding the product to the appropriate teams and to management.
• Perform data entry into product line management system.
• Prepare, support and deliver presentations to internal teams and external customers.
• Ensure data‑entry integrity and maintenance of product accuracy in NB systems.
• Oversee sample management and organization of shipping product to internal and external partners.

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of experience in product management or retail within the apparel industry.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Solid product and industry knowledge.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office skills.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Passion for tennis, fashion and sports preferred.

Boston, MA Headquarters – (NB) Only Pay Range: $82,000.00 – $ – $ per year (actual base pay varies based on relevant experience, time in role, internal equity, geographic location, and more).

New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. Additional non‑traditional perks include online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support, mentorship programs, a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacation, 12 holidays, and generous parental leave.

Temporary associates receive three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount. Part‑time associates receive 401K, short‑term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement, and an associate discount.

New Balance’s North American hybrid model encourages rich in‑person experiences while maintaining flexibility. Associates work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and may work from anywhere for four weeks per calendar year.

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.