Interim Category Manager
Interim Search AB has been commissioned to find an Interim Head of Category for a Sweden-based, internationally active company in the outdoor industry.
You report to the Chief Product Officer (CPO)
Main tasks:
- Manage and lead the Category Management team on a day-to-day basis.
- Retain and stabilize the team during the leadership transition, conduct performance reviews, and maintain a steady workload.
- Recommend decisions regarding products, colorways, and price points within the scope of Category Management. Make decisions in consultation with the CPO
- Manage and facilitate the go-to-market process with support from the CPO and the category team.
- Complete the SS28 model year production run, oversee the FW28 seasonal production run, and help launch the SS29 model year.
- Lead the rapid-to-market product development process for current pilot and future projects
To be relevant for the role:
- You have senior-level leadership experience in the premium outdoor or performance apparel sector.
- You have experience in the apparel category, and it is a plus if you also have experience in footwear and hardware.
- You have a proven track record of managing a GTM calendar to the gates reliably.
- You have experience in European wholesale and DTC channels.
- You are a people leader who can join an existing team and settle in quickly.
- You are fluent in English.
- You are a steady-handed operator, not a strategist or a builder.
- It’s a plus if you know Swedish or another Nordic language.
- It is an asset if you have previous experience in interim leadership roles.
- Knowledge of the DACH outdoor market is a plus.
About the process:
The assignment is 100% full time and starts as soon as possible. Are you available and the right candidate for the assignment? Apply now!
