Lifestyle Product Placement (Undergraduate)

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

New Balance are offering a 1-year paid undergraduate placement to an undergraduate student, currently in penultimate year of study, with a desire to follow a career in Footwear Product Management. The role will support the Lifestyle Footwear Product Management team, to drive superior product offerings on a seasonal basis to surprise and delight the New Balance consumer. Training and support will be given, and you will gain a broad knowledge of Product Management, the footwear creation process and the New Balance brand.

This placement opportunity will start on Monday 16th June 2025 and will be based in the Head Office (Warrington) full time.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Sunday 2nd February 2025

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the Lifestyle Footwear Product Management teams across Made in UK, Made in USA and Asia sourced creation through all aspects of product management
• Support teams with data entry and system management to ensure accurate information is maintained for key calendar milestones
• Be responsible for sample management including organisation, storage, shipment and preparation for review meetings
• Create product sell-in documents, working with copy house and photography studio to build compelling assets for internal and external use
• Work alongside Merchandising and Planning teams to provide insightful analytical reports on forecasts, allocations and buy data
• Continually research the market, competitors and trends to share impactful thoughts and ideas to feed into projects
• Contribute towards creating seasonal product briefs that inspire new designs and product line planning strategy that align to the brand’s goals
• Work with Product Design and Product Development teams to create, guide and track new product through the calendar, ensuring key deadlines are met
• Work with the Product Costing team to guarantee seasonal margin targets are achieved.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Currently studying a degree in a relevant subject such as Product Management/Design, Marketing, Business, Management, Fashion, Sport or similar.
• Interested in the streetwear and fashion industry and a passion for sneakers.
• Must be able to provide the right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving license, advantageous.
• Must be able to travel within UK and possibly Internationally.
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong knowledge of MS Office packages (particularly Excel and Power Point)
• Knowledge of Adobe packages would be advantageous (particularly Illustrator)
• Highly organized and consumer focused with a desire to succeed with a thriving brand.
• Self-motivated, ability to work as part of a team or alone.
• Creative and innovative thinker.
• Attention to detail on product / documents/ systems.
• Analytical thinker, with strategic mindset.
• Confident in expressing ideas and giving input on product/ strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Team player.

To see more of our placement opportunities, please visit our careers page at https://jobs.newbalance.com/global/en

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

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