Global Brand Manager - Hockey
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 29 Awst 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £50,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 28 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | London, W3 6AY |
| Gweithio o bell: | Yn gyfan gwbl o bell |
| Cwmni: | Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | FJ-1513 |
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Global Brand Manager - Hockey
Up to £50K + Bonus
Remote
Our client is a leading name in premium sports equipment and teamwear, trusted by athletes worldwide for innovation, performance, and style. They are seeking a dynamic Global Brand Manager for their Field Hockey division. In this pivotal role, you will lead their global brand strategy, strengthen relationships with international distributors, manage a team of hockey ambassadors, and drive cutting-edge product development from concept to certification.
Your work will directly influence the future of our client's Hockey division on the global stage. If you have a passion for hockey, a flair for brand building, and the skills to manage both creative and commercial growth, they want to hear from you.
Key Highlights:
- Lead the global brand strategy.
- Manage relationships with international distributors and partners.
- Coordinate with professional hockey ambassadors to amplify brand impact.
- Oversee product development, from prototyping to CE and FIH certification.
- Collaborate with design, marketing, and production teams to deliver world-class products.
Requirements:
- In depth understanding of the global hockey market, professional clubs, players and products.
- A drive and enthusiasm to develop industry leading products.
- Ability to motivate and negotiate with global distributors.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership abilities.
- Experience in brand management, ideally within sports, lifestyle, or consumer goods (desirable).
- Understanding of sports equipment standards, CE marking, and FIH certification (desirable).
Join and shape the next chapter of our client's Hockey global success.
Key Responsibilities
1. Brand Strategy & Positioning:
- Develop and implement a global brand strategy.
- Define brand guidelines and ensure consistent application across all markets.
- Identify new market opportunities and consumer trends.
2. Distributor & Market Management:
- Manage and grow relationships with international distributors.
- Negotiate agreements and monitor performance against KPIs.
- Support distributors with marketing assets, training, and product knowledge.
3. Ambassador & Athlete Relations:
- Manage partnerships with professional hockey players and ambassadors.
- Oversee brand campaigns, events, and social media collaborations.
- Ensure ambassador activity reflects and enhances the brand image.
4. Product Development & Innovation:
- Lead product development from concept to market launch.
- Oversee prototyping, material selection, and performance testing.
- Work with R&D to ensure products meet quality, safety, and performance standards.
Skills & Experience:
- Currently playing (or recently retired from) hockey at a high standard.
- Strong understanding of international hockey markets and distribution channels.
- Ability to identify and manage elite athletes/ambassadors.
- Knowledge of product development, prototyping, and certification processes.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and project management skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Passion for hockey!
- Strategic thinker with a creative mindset.
- A love of international travel and the ability to build international networks.
- Highly organised, proactive, and results driven.
- Comfortable and confident working in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Strong social media and digital marketing skills.
Interested candidates are invited to send their CV.