At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead product vision and innovation for a dynamic retail sports fashion brand.
- Company: Join JD Sports, a leading global omnichannel retailer with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape the future of retail.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to influence and innovate.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of transforming customer experiences in sports fashion.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in senior product roles and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors and Gyms. JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996 and has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019. We want to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry.
JD Sports is driving an ambitious global transformation to deliver best-in-class omnichannel experiences for our customers. Our Product function is central to this strategy, shaping the vision and execution of seamless digital experiences across all channels.
We are looking for two new experienced Heads of Product at JD Group: one for our omnichannel experience, and one for our multi-brand business area within the group. As Head of Product, you will join us at a pivotal time, with the opportunity to shape and own your area and deliver a portfolio of digital products in line with the ambitious strategic direction of JD Group.
You will lead and strengthen the capabilities of the team of Product Managers to achieve exceptional outcomes, working to increase the impact of our growing product function. You will lead multiple product squads through their respective Product Managers, set the vision, drive innovation, and ensure best practices across product development.
This role will suit someone who is commercially minded with an equal interest in strategic work and team enablement, with a drive to work efficiently and collaboratively at scale. You will thrive in an ambiguous environment and relish the opportunity to forge your own path. This role reports directly to the Group Director of Product alongside a leadership team of several other Heads of Product and Product Design.
Key Responsibilities:- Define and champion the product vision for your portfolio, aligning with JD Group’s strategic objectives.
- Drive a culture of innovation and embed product management best practices across the team.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Product Managers, fostering collaboration and high performance.
- Build strong relationships with digital platform suppliers, negotiate commercial terms, and oversee performance.
- Influence and collaborate with senior business leaders, technical teams, and external partners.
- Champion analytics and experimentation to validate hypotheses and improve product performance.
- Significant experience in senior product roles, ideally leading multiple product teams in a digital/ecommerce environment.
- Ability to balance customer experience, technical feasibility, and commercial priorities.
- Track record of introducing innovative solutions and driving transformation.
- Strong experience managing external vendors and negotiating complex contracts.
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and ability to scale practices across teams.
- Ability to influence at all levels and articulate complex concepts clearly.
Head of Product employer: JDSPORTS
JD Sports is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides ample opportunities for professional development within a leading global omnichannel retailer. Located in Bury, UK, employees benefit from being part of a FTSE100 company that partners with top-tier brands, ensuring a rewarding and impactful career in the sports fashion industry.
