A world leader in innovative, casual footwear, Crocs, Inc., is dedicated to the future of comfort. Our original and most famous style, the Classic Clog, is instantly recognized around the world — and for good reason: since 2002, we’ve sold more than 600 million pairs in over 90 countries! We achieved our status as a global leader in the casual footwear category by taking an inherently simple approach to uniting style, modern comfort, and value. 

Every day, we make a choice to have an open mind and look on the bright and colorful side of life. We embrace and celebrate the uniqueness in everyone, inviting the world to Come As You Are!

As Associate Category Manager, Lifestyle you will support execution of the global line plan to meet the strategic goals and long-term vision of the brand and the Lifestyle function.  This role is highly collaborative and coordinates across multiple functions. You will use effective communication & organizational skills to support the product creation process from end-to-end.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

•Support execution of seasonal brand & category objectives; assistance in line planning & briefing, special or off-timeline project management, system management, sample tracking & organization, timeline management, breakthrough presentation support, and cross-functional communication
•Learn triad best-practices & product creation lifecycle, ensuring product intent, costing targets & timelines are being met  
•Become a guide in consumer, competitor, and marketplace; create overviews to maintain strong pulse to help identify new category opportunities & leverage findings during key landmarks 
•Hone analytical skills with historical & real-time performance data using an insight-to-action approach to support decision-making
•Support go-to-market with product naming, product copy briefing & editing, and cross-functional communication on changes to product or timing

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

•1-2 years category management or product line management experience, preferably in a SKU-intensive team
•Strong organizational skills & attention to detail and deadlines
•Excellent communication skills and works collaboratively
•A passion for understanding consumer, culture, market & trends with a distinguished taste-level and eye for commerciality
•Seeks to understand multiple points of view, maintain a learning mentality, and expresses viewpoints with confidence
•Desire to hone analytical skills and an actioned-oriented approach to data 
•Creative, out of the box thinking to challenge the status quo
•Ability to travel

Crocs is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Title:  Associate Category Manager, Lifestyle

Job Level: Individual Contributor 

Career Level:  CL3

Salary Range:  $50,000 - $60,000

Workplace Persona: Collaborator (hybrid work schedule; in office 60-80%)

This position is eligible to participate in a company incentive program. 

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.