Commercial Specialist II, Global Partners

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

This is an opportunity to work with the Converse Global Partners (GP) team across 40+ countries (in Latin America, Central + Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia), with a focus on coordinating key aspects of our GP Commercial agenda.

The GP Commercial Operations Coordinator will be responsible for managing seasonal data, processes and systems that drive our 4-season go-to-market process and commercial operations. The role will work with the Commercial team to prepare for and execute Seasonal Integration Meetings across our portfolio which encompass the seasonal launch strategy working alongside cross-functional teams. The effort will include managing the commercial product sample process for our partners and the seasonal master line list of products to serve our Licensed and Distributor Partners. The role will also manage the setup and maintenance of the Converse B2B platform, a global sell-in tool and catalog to enable seasonal orders from our Partners. Finally, the position will manage the commercial dimensions of key Converse programs, of which drive business growth across our marketplace.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the GP Commercial Team and will collaborate / partner with functional experts on the Merchandising, Planning & Analytics, Finance and/or Retail teams with a goal of driving improvements and elevating key dimensions of our Commercial processes. In addition, you will support our Licensed and Distributor Partners in executing key commercial programs to unlock growth opportunities and drive the overall success of our business.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training

• A minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience

• Strong organizational, communication, storytelling and presentation skills

• Experience and interest in business operations, including data management and analysis

• International experience (e.g., international studies, study abroad, etc.) and/or strong interest in global business is a plus

• Interest in consumer products, especially footwear and apparel + an openness to learn Commercial operations – while managing against 4-season offense

• Preferred knowledge or strong interest in managing seasonal products and execution across channels/markets/distribution

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Strong sense of urgency 

• Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a diverse group

• Ability to self-start and prioritize effectively 

• Ability to network, influence, and utilize internal and external resources

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• Manage Commercial communications, both internal and external (e.g., MLL changes, buy process dates & gates, product integrity communications, etc.)
• Manage the GP Master Line List (MLL) of products across Spring / Summer / Fall / Holiday seasons
• Manage the GP seasonal Commercial Sample process (orders & fulfillment)
• Manage the B2B platform to enable GP Partner seasonal orders & sell-in tools
• Support planning, content development and execution of our Seasonal Integration Meetings
• Cross-functional collaboration and partnering with GP team + GP Licensed & Distributor Partners, with a focus on helping the team improve operational effectiveness and capacity utilization 
• Coordinate and track GP Partner participation in short-lead-time and Incubate / high-energy product programs
• Monitor Partner compliance / support of key programs and seasonal stories via the existing GP scorecards / dashboards, identify opportunities to improve compliance, processes or approach to elevate consumer experience across markets

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.