Assistant Category Manager (Berghaus)

Join to apply for the Assistant Product Manager - Mainline (Berghaus) role at Pentland Brands. We’re Pentland Brands; a dynamic, global family business, and proud owners and licensees of many iconic active and footwear brands. With a community of over 1,300 team members worldwide, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion growth and development. Our success is built on teamwork, courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

WHAT’S THE MISSION FOR THIS ROLE?

Our Product team is responsible for shaping consumer‑led, commercially strong product ranges across our portfolio. As an Assistant Product Manager, you’ll support the creation, planning, and delivery of seasonal product ranges. Working closely with Product Managers, Design, Development, Merchandising, and Supply teams, you’ll help ensure products meet consumer needs, brand positioning, and commercial objectives. This role is an exciting gateway into product management, offering hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, creative, and collaborative environment.

WHAT DOES THIS ROLE DO?

• Range Planning & Support: Assisting with building seasonal product ranges in line with brand and commercial strategies. Supporting the creation of product briefs, range maps, and assortment plans.
• Product Data & Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date product information across PLM and internal systems. Supporting sample management, costing inputs, and key milestone tracking.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Working closely with Design, Development, and Sourcing teams to ensure product briefs are delivered accurately and on time. Supporting communication with internal teams on range status, risks, and updates. Contributing to category research, competitor benchmarking, and trend analysis. Helping translate insights and findings into opportunities for product improvements.
• Launch Preparation & Performance Tracking: Assisting with product launch materials, handover packs, and internal presentations. Supporting post‑season analysis, reviewing product performance and consumer feedback.

WHAT DO I BRING TO THE ROLE?

You just might be our next superstar if you have the following skills and experience:

• Some experience in product management, merchandising, buying, or product development (placements welcome).
• Strong organisational and data management skills with high attention to detail.
• Passion for products, trends, and consumer behaviour—ideally within apparel, footwear, or accessories.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and an interest in learning PLM systems.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Competitive Salary + discretionary bonus
• 25 Days Holiday: Increases with length of service and the option to purchase additional days to suit your needs.
• Discounts: Brand discounts (including friends and family and JD Sports), Sample Sales, and other retail discounts and perks.
• Family‑Friendly Benefits: Generous enhanced parental leave policies
• Health Perks: Choose from a variety of health‑related perks including medical cash plan, critical illness cover, life assurance, gym and fitness discounts, dental insurance, eye care, and health screening to maintain your wellbeing.
• Travel Perks: Take advantage of our season ticket loan, cycle to work schemes, electric car schemes, and discounts on home charging units to support eco‑friendly commuting.
• Flexible Working: We offer hybrid working and flexible working hours, allowing you to start your day earlier or later to help with commute costs or personal commitments.
• Chance to join our Charity, D&I and Sustainability employee networks.

We want you to live our company principles, bringing a strong consumer focus, while always looking for ways to improve and grow in your role. Take ownership of your work and be proactive in solving problems whilst communicating openly and treating everyone with respect and kindness. And, of course, let your creativity shine by bringing your unique style and individuality to the Pentland Brands Team. As an equal opportunity employer, we’re committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive culture across our business, stores, and office environment. We warmly welcome your application.

This vacancy is a newly created role as part of organisational changes. Final appointment will depend upon the outcome of consultation processes and affected employees will have priority for consideration.