10+ years experience in helmet product creation, preferably category or business management.
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a passionate, fast-paced environment.
Sharp business acumen with a track record of managing successful businesses.
Experience in bringing iconic designs to market and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations.
World-class presentation skills and ability to influence across various stakeholders.
Sales experience in retail, or experience collaborating with sales teams.
Ability to simplify complex problems and test ideas with speed.
Desire to lead, inspire, and grow both personally and for the team.
Responsibilities
Inspire and lead a team to develop the future of helmet innovation.
Drive collaboration, innovation, and teamwork within the helmet category.
Manage helmet category business through line planning, development, and marketing.
Build and maintain relationships with factories, focusing on quality and innovation.
Recruit, manage, and develop talent while fostering teamwork.
Present category strategies and product launches to various stakeholders.
Potentially lead additional R&D efforts based on experience.
Benefits
Competitive healthcare benefit plans (PPO, EPO, HMO, HDHP) including acupuncture and physical therapy coverage.
Dental and vision plans included.
Health Savings Account with company contributions for high deductible plan participants.
401(k) matching up to $5,000 and paid retirement plan fees.
Profit Sharing Plan available.
Company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays offered.
Employee discounts and perks program.
Parental leave support, including a Specialized bike for new parents.
Reimbursement for education and events.
Full Job Description
Senior Category Leader, Helmets
Senior Category Leader - Helmets
Specialized is looking to hire a senior Leader of Helmets. This person is responsible for driving product and business results while leading and inspiring the product creation team. This is a key stakeholder and voice within the brand that works cross functionally to build category strategies and execute at the highest level. Moreover, we’re looking for someone to dream what the future of helmets is and to find a way to make it happen.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Inspire a team of highly passionate product creators to build the future of helmet innovation for Specialized.
Bring energy and passion to drive collaboration, innovation and teamwork within one of the brand’s key product categories.
Manage the business for the helmet category through driving line planning, development and marketing to meet strategic goals and business objectives.
Build and maintain factory relationships, driving for quality, costing, delivery and innovation while continually exploring options for further innovations.
Recruit, manage and develop talent within the team while fostering collaboration and tight-knit teamwork.
Present category strategies and product launches to internal and external groups.
Potential to lead additional R&D efforts based on experience.
WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN
10+ years experience in helmet product creation, preferably category or business management.
Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams in a passionate, fast-paced environment.
Sharp business acumen, ability to understand trends and record of managing successful businesses.
Track record of bringing iconic designs to market.
Deep understanding of manufacturing operations for helmets.
World-class presentation skills and ability to influence.
Sales experience in retail, or experience working alongside sales teams.
Ability to simplify complex problems, test ideas, and move forward with speed.
Desire to lead, inspire and grow 6 personally and for the team.
Based on-site, in Morgan Hill CA.
Additional Job Description
PAY
Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:
California Base Pay Range: ($129,326$188,184)
*At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location.
BENEFITS
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:
PPO, EPO, HMO Kaiser and HDHP competitive Healthcare benefit plans offered (which include coverage for acupuncture and physical therapy)
Dental and Vision plan
Health Savings Account with a company paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
401(k) Matching up to $5,000 plus company paid retirement plan fees
Profit Sharing Plan
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance program
Sick, Vacation and Paid Holidays
Employee discounts and perk program
Parental Leave
Specialized bike for new baby
Education and events reimbursement
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About Specialized Bicycle Components
Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc., commonly called Specialized, is a United States-based company that designs, manufactures and markets bicycles, bicycle components and related products under the brand name "Specialized". The company was founded in 1974 by Mike Sinyard and is based in Morgan Hill, California. Specialized has a reputation for innovation and quality, and has been a leading force in the development of mountain biking and road cycling. The company has a strong presence in the professional cycling world, sponsoring several teams and riders. Specialized also operates a chain of retail stores, called Specialized Concept Stores, which offer a range of products and services for cyclists.
