Join Us at On
At On, we are driven by a singular mission: to ignite the human spirit through movement. We are seeking a visionary product leader to join us as the Head of Tech Product Management for our Product/R&D cluster.
Role Overview
This is a critical leadership role where you will be responsible for the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the platforms and services that power our entire product creation lifecycle. Your team of Product Managers will own the digital foundation—ranging from 2D/3D design systems to athlete data apps—that enables our innovators, designers, and developers to create the future of sportswear.
Your Mission
Your mission is to shape and articulate a compelling product vision and long-term strategy for the suite of technologies used in our R&D and product creation process. You will focus on how these platforms can provide scalable, reliable, and flexible capabilities for our internal teams.
You will be the strategic owner of the technology product portfolio that serves our physical product engine, which includes:
- Core Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platform
- Digital Asset Management (DAM) ecosystems
- Integrations with 2D/3D design tools like Adobe Illustrator
You will also guide the development of bespoke applications that support various roles, including product developers, designers, test managers, and athletes.
Key Responsibilities
- Define Platform Vision & Strategy: Shape and articulate a compelling product vision and long-term strategy for the platforms and services that underpin On’s product creation lifecycle.
- Inspire and Empower: Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing team of Product Managers. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
- Drive Platform Roadmap & Execution: Guide the development, prioritization, and execution of product roadmaps while partnering with leaders in Engineering, Design, and Data.
- Champion User Insights: Promote a deep understanding of the needs of your users who rely on your platforms and services every day.
- Foster Technical Innovation: Cultivate a culture of experimentation and encourage the exploration of new technologies to enhance our R&D ecosystem.
- Leverage Data for Impact: Define and track key platform health and adoption metrics to justify investments and guide priorities.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in technology product management, focusing on foundational platforms, services, and APIs.
- A strong strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex business challenges into actionable platform strategies.
- Experience in the product creation technology ecosystem, with knowledge of PLM systems, DAM, and the creative software environment.
- Strong technical acumen, collaborating effectively with engineering leaders to build and scale resilient platforms.
- A passion for mentoring and developing high-performing product management teams.
- Exceptional communication skills, capable of articulating complex concepts to diverse audiences.
Meet the Team
You will be part of the Global Technology Leadership Team and lead a team focused on operational excellence and business system innovation. By partnering closely with engineering, data, and business stakeholders across our R&D team, you will help orchestrate a unified product vision that unlocks scale, visibility, and agility.
How to Apply
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.