Global Retail Concept Manager - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

We believe in strong team work both within your own team but also across teams. We strive to be an open and curious organization, sharing our knowledge and inspiring one another. Within Thule Group you will find people who have a passion for the products we make and the outdoor company we are. We share the same values and we like to have fun. All of our employees have a joint responsibility to maintain that spirit and contribute to it.

We are looking for a Global Retail Concept Manager who is responsible for the planning and execution of display solutions, point-of-purchase materials, and merchandising directives in all physical environments where consumers meet the Thule brand and products. This includes Thule stores, department stores, specialty stores, and trade shows across the European, American, and Asia Pacific markets.

This role reports to VP Product Management and could be located in Malmö or Hillerstorp.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive the design process for new retail concepts from initial concept briefs through development and delivery of concepts and fixtures, ensuring alignment with global brand standards and objectives and managing associated budgets for implementation.
• Monitor and manage global inventory of display solutions and POP materials to ensure supply aligns with demand and own phase in of new concepts and phase out of old concepts.
• Develop visual merchandising guidelines and standards and lead planogramming efforts to ensure the right products are displayed in the most impactful way across a wide variety of retailers and physical footprints.
• Maintain and continuously optimize the full display solution catalog to ensure global consistency and efficiency.
• Utilize consumer feedback and market intelligence to drive improvements in the consumer experience leading to higher awareness, interest, and conversion for Thule Group products.
• Support key trade show planning and execution with fixture and merchandising strategy.
• Collaborate with product managers to set in-store presentation guidelines ahead of new product launches, forecast fixture/POP needs, and ensure availability ahead of launch.
• Establish and report on core KPIs to measure the effectiveness of retail concepts and translate learnings into actions.
• Ensure optimal and clear communication flow and processes toward all external and internal parties involved in Thule Group retail concepts and projects.
• Collaborate with VP of Product Management, VP of Brand, and regional sales leaders in the strategy, design, and direction of Thule Group retail concepts.
• Ensure quality in execution that meets brand standards and drives sales growth.
• Direct supply chain of display and POP materials to minimize costs (incl freight, taxes, duties)

RECOMMENDED POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Proven track record in a similar role with demonstrated success.
2. Operational experience in retail development including visual merchandising strategies, retail marketing development, management of retail concepts, and understanding of retail metrics.
3. Knowledge of unique needs and intricacies between retail and wholesale distribution channels.
4. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.
5. Demonstrated strategic thinking, prioritization, and decision making skills
6. Highly organized and detail oriented.
7. Analytical mindset and understanding of how to plan for and measure ROI
8. Openness to travel (~1 week/month) for trade shows, sales meetings, and store/account visits