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About BOA BOA® Technology builds the scientifically proven and patented BOA® Fit System. BOA partners with market-leading brands to make the best gear even better. Each unique configuration is engineered with performance fit at the center to create a precise fit and better connection between an athlete and their equipment — improving performance.
BOA® Technology Inc. is headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices in Austria, Hong Kong, Greater China, South Korea, and Japan. For more information, visit BOAFIT.COM Overview of Role Reporting to the GM – Japan and Korea, the Commercial Manager is responsible for supporting the creation of BOA Japan Commercial plans, and leading and developing the regional Commercial team to successfully execute these plans and build deep strategic relationships and partnerships with our brand partners.
The Commercial Manager works closely with the global Commercial, Marketing and Product teams to ensure regional plans and actions are aligned with our global strategy, goals, and objectives, helping us to inspire and enable peak performance within the Japan region. Core Responsibilities Reflect and role model BOA’s vales and Leadership Model across the Japan team and global organization Build deep partnerships with Japan Brand Partners and key global Brand Partners distributing in Japan to achieve our goals for market share/model penetration, brand standards and amplification, retail education, and the building a local BOA community of users and constituents Lead, coach and develop the team in all aspects of working with our Brand Partners to drive performance and strategically integrate the BOA Performance Fit System configurations into their product design Work with your direct reports to set and review performance/development goals, discuss feedback regularly throughout the year, and formally summarize during performance reviews Work with GM – Japan and Korea and Global Commercial, Marketing and PPID leaders, and leverage your market expertise, to support and provide input into company and functional operating plans, while creating and owning the execution of our local Commercial strategy and operating plans Lead Japan Commercial team in meeting brand partners’ needs as they relate to product line development support, sampling timelines, sales meeting support, production support, and meeting required deadlines Obtain and organize all brand partner feedback, including sales and marketing information/insights, in a cohesive network location for all pertinent customer communications and internal information sharing Communicate in a clear and timely manner any changes in BOA’s brand partner landscape that impact commercial plans or brand partner engagement plans Drives creation, execution and maintenance of segment forecasts and sales plans to provide and occasionally present formal monthly and quarterly market business reviews to senior leadership Ensure teams follow the organization’s policies and procedures Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (ideally in business or a related field of study) Previous sales and marketing experience in Sports, Outdoor, or Workwear is a strong plus, but an understanding and passion for these industries is also welcome.
Demonstrated leadership experience that includes mentoring, coaching and developing talent Strong understanding of brand development, retail and ecommerce, and product creation process. Experience leading performance-based teams and partnering with regional / global teams Proven experience effectively building and executing plans through and with teams Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills Ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse groups of people across the globe Proficiency in both Japanese and English required Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint Ability to travel nationally and internationally (up to 25%) Overview of Compensation and Benefits We’re committed to helping our people be themselves, be well, and grow.
We’re proud to offer a creative work environment with a range of benefits no matter where you are around the world. We’re committed to helping our people be themselves, be well, and grow. We’re proud to offer a creative work environment with a range of benefits no matter where you are around the world. Competitive compensation package inclusive of annual profit-sharing bonus, equity, and 50% contribution to pension Flexible working policy, Competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry, including Annual Leave, Paid Holidays, and Long Service Leave (Sabbatical) Comprehensive healthcare insurance including 50% contribution from BOA Wellbeing initiatives and mental health support Fun, caring, inclusive workplace with social events, community support and volunteering, sustainability, awards and recognition, casual dress code and global business environment A learning culture with leadership development workshops, scholarship program, BOA Share workshops, individual development plans and a global learning and development curriculum BOA-powered products and BOA-branded gifts Physical Considerations for Role We welcome any requests for reasonable accommodations.
The information below is meant to provide a general overview of physical considerations, and if you believe you may need an accommodation, please provide more information in your application comments, or contact BOA People & Culture. The following considerations apply to this role: ☒ Regularly works in an office-based environment that is mostly comprised of sitting, and use of standard office equipment EEO Statement Caring for each other and the community are part of our core values.
We are dedicated to creating more access and opportunity within the outdoor and professional industries. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace that focuses on inclusion and creates employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
If you think you meet most of the qualifications listed for the role you are interested in, we actively encourage you to apply. Core Responsibilities Reflect and role model BOA’s vales and Leadership Model across the Japan team and global organization Build deep partnerships with Japan Brand Partners and key global Brand Partners distributing in Japan to achieve our goals for market share/model penetration, brand standards and amplification, retail education, and the building a local BOA community of users and constituents Lead, coach and develop the team in all aspects of working with our Brand Partners to drive performance and strategically integrate the BOA Performance Fit System configurations into their product design Work with your direct reports to set and review performance/development goals, discuss feedback regularly throughout the year, and formally summarize during performance reviews Work with GM – Japan and Korea and Global Commercial, Marketing and PPID leaders, and leverage your market expertise, to support and provide input into company and functional operating plans, while creating and owning the execution of our local Commercial strategy and operating plans Lead Japan Commercial team in meeting brand partners’ needs as they relate to product line development support, sampling timelines, sales meeting support, production support, and meeting required deadlines Obtain and organize all brand partner feedback, including sales and marketing information/insights, in a cohesive network location for all pertinent customer communications and internal information sharing Communicate in a clear and timely manner any changes in BOA’s brand partner landscape that impact commercial plans or brand partner engagement plans Drives creation, execution and maintenance of segment forecasts and sales plans to provide and occasionally present formal monthly and quarterly market business reviews to senior leadership Ensure teams follow the organization’s policies and procedures Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (ideally in business or a related field of study) Previous sales and marketing experience in Sports, Outdoor, or Workwear is a strong plus, but an understanding and passion for these industries is also welcome.
Demonstrated leadership experience that includes mentoring, coaching and developing talent Strong understanding of brand development, retail and ecommerce, and product creation process. Experience leading performance-based teams and partnering with regional / global teams Proven experience effectively building and executing plans through and with teams Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills Ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse groups of people across the globe Proficiency in both Japanese and English required Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint Ability to travel nationally and internationally (up to 25%) Overview of Compensation and Benefits We’re committed to helping our people be themselves, be well, and grow.
We’re proud to offer a creative work environment with a range of benefits no matter where you are around the world. We’re committed to helping our people be themselves, be well, and grow. We’re proud to offer a creative work environment with a range of benefits no matter where you are around the world. Competitive compensation package inclusive of annual profit-sharing bonus, equity, and 50% contribution to pension Flexible working policy, Competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry, including Annual Leave, Paid Holidays, and Long Service Leave (Sabbatical) Comprehensive healthcare insurance including 50% contribution from BOA Wellbeing initiatives and mental health support Fun, caring, inclusive workplace with social events, community support and volunteering, sustainability, awards and recognition, casual dress code and global business environment A learning culture with leadership development workshops, scholarship program, BOA Share workshops, individual development plans and a global learning and development curriculum BOA-powered products and BOA-branded gifts Physical Considerations for Role We welcome any requests for reasonable accommodations.
The information below is meant to provide a general overview of physical considerations, and if you believe you may need an accommodation, please provide more information in your application comments, or contact BOA People & Culture. The following considerations apply to this role: ☒ Regularly works in an office-based environment that is mostly comprised of sitting, and use of standard office equipment