Category Director - Osprey

Osprey Packs • Cortez, CO

285d • $130,000 - $195,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Product team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Merchandising, or Design.
• 7+ years in outdoor packs & bags experience.
• 7+ years' experience in managing staff.
• Proven background in developing innovative products.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developing successful product programs.
• Experience in mentoring and driving product teams.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• MBA.
• Experience with Textile.
• Background in Engineering.
• International experience.
• Experience in material sourcing.
• Environmental/Sustainability experience.

Responsibilities

• Grow and evolve the technical product category.
• Work with internal stakeholders and outside partners to prioritize and commercialize short and long-term technical opportunities.
• Develop 3-year subcategory micro plans for Backpack, Hike, Climb, Bike, Run, Hydration, Snow, Outdoor & Hydration accessories.
• Conduct 5-year and longer-term planning for key growth categories of Run, Bike, and Accessories.
• Explore long term BHAG for new categories: Watersports, Hunt & Fish, Photo, Camping utility.
• Conduct seasonal category market research and competitive analysis.
• Gather and identify sales trends and needs from sales leadership, sales reps, and key retailer input.
• Provide quarterly market share and trend research at the QBR meeting.
• Partner with Global Design and marketing to identify and refine target customer personas.
• Build annual category plans with return on investment for leadership team review.
• Conduct seasonal product line planning and assortment reviews with Sales, marketing, and finance.
• Develop a comprehensive GTM strategy for each product subcategory with related support needs.
• Provide global forecasting support by series for sales leadership.
• Instigate comprehensive field-testing program and warranty & repair assessment to ensure product quality.
• Provide proactive timely information for legal research & review of potential IP clearance or application.
• Support product launches with shared sales & marketing strategy development.
• Ensure departmental priorities and top-level goals are communicated and supported within the global PLM and Design group.
• Create departmental staffing and individual development plans.
• Develop training and mentoring plans with annual departmental goal setting.

Benefits

• Hybrid working model allowing for in office 3 days minimum, and remote 2 days.
• Competitive salary range of $130,000.00-195,000.00 annually based on location and experience.
• Diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
• Commitment to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Textile Product Mills
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree