Lead, Channel Merchandising

Lead, Channel Merchandising

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

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Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

Purpose of Role

Our products have a compelling story to tell, and EMEA Merchandising is the conduit that translates and delivers our story and product with integrity and impact across all sales channels.

Under Armour is seeking a Lead Channel Merchandiser to support the Fraser’s Group for the EMEA region. The Channel Merchant will be a key member of the merchandising function reporting into the Senior Merchandising Manager of Wholesale and Distributor Partners. This position is responsible for the growth and development of the merchandising strategy for Frasers Group, in line with the long-term goals for the region. Core responsibilities include seasonal assortment building, translating business objectives and analysis into actions, and identifying future season opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator with strong collaboration skills, with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in merchandising. The individual will likely have experience in a well-regarded consumer products company, a professional/personal involvement with both apparel and footwear and is familiar with the UK market dynamics, needs and trends. The individual will be expected to develop relationships and connections across multiple functions including sales, marketing, and planning.

Your Impact

• Create consumer centric assortments for Frasers Group, with a focus on Sports Direct.
• Lead the full Go-to-Market process with the support of the Senior Manager of Wholesale and Distributor Partners.
• Connect product, brand, and sport moments to create authentic, powerful and consistent engagement with the target consumer throughout the season.
• Establish a long-term vision of the assortment direction in collaboration with partners and the account to ensure future growth.
• Present assortment direction and how it supports EMEA’s long term strategy.
• Work in collaboration with the POD across Commercial, Planning, and Marketing to build strong relationships to support the business throughout the season.
• Own analyzing sales trends and competitive landscape to generate recommendations for strategic action to meet performance objectives and the right consumer expectations.
• Leverage consumer insights to drive meaningful conversations with other partners and to identify incremental opportunities.
• Think strategically and present ideas on how to continue to evolve and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Teamwork. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Prioritizes team success. Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal.
• A strong interest in sports and fitness which will translate into authenticity and company connection.
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• Knowledge of European Markets with specific focus on the UK and Northern Europe ideally attained through living/working in Europe.
• Ability to work in an international environment with a clear understanding of cultural differences.
• Proven quantitative capabilities to assess data, identify trends, and define actions to drive results.
• Ability to self-start and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish an independent view while effectively collaborating in decision-making forums.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Fluent in English.
• University degree or equivalent.
• 6+ years of global merchandising and/or product management experience, primarily gained in non-US markets, preferably within the sports apparel, footwear or accessory industry.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid “UA Give Back” Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community.
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being.
• 38 hour working week
• Hybrid work
• 28 days holiday
• Teammate Resource groups e.g. Green Machine, Sustainability, LGBTQIA+, Women in Leading and Living, Balance for mental health and wellbeing etc.
• Human Performance Institute (Gym) on site
• Local Language course when moving from abroad

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.