Mission
We are looking for a Category Manager
Passionate about sports, driven by a strong business mindset, and motivated to grow the sports market in Africa and the Middle East — all while putting our users and athletes at the heart of every decision.What we offer
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A unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a high-potential and fast-evolving region.
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A dynamic, multicultural, and collaborative work environment.
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An exciting and meaningful project filled with challenges and opportunities to make a real impact.
Your responsibilities:
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Analyze market needs and consumer insights across Africa and the Middle East.
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Build the most relevant and impactful local product offer.
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Co-build and validate the economic strategy and roadmap for your sport/category.
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Monitor offer performance and identify levers for continuous improvement.
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Define and drive pricing and commercial strategies aligned with local market dynamics.
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Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders from both Project Teams and Retail.
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Feed back specific local needs to the central “Signed Sports” teams to shape future innovation.
Profil
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Between 5 to 10 years of experience within the company.
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Passionate about Cycling and/or Fitness.
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Strong ability to work collaboratively and build effective networks.
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Proven leadership, with the ability to lead change and drive transformation.
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Curious and well-connected to market trends and evolutions.
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Deep understanding of your market and sport — from both a customer and user perspective.
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Strategic thinker: able to structure a strategic vision and turn it into actionable plans.
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Strong analytical mindset.
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Big-picture thinker, with the ability to anticipate and project into the future.
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Very good level of English (minimum B2 level).
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A successful experience in retail as a Regional Director, Retail Leader, or Store Manager.
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Experience in a Sport/Zone role (RS, Supply Team Leader/SCM, CDP, DIRCO) giving you strong knowledge of the key milestones of the commercialization journey.