Who We Are:
At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.
Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.
Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:
· Runner First
We act in the best interest of the runner
· Word is Bond
We do what we say we’ll do
· Champion Heart
We give our all in everything we do
· There is no “I” in Run
We stay generous with our humanity
· Keep Moving
We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!
We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement — because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.
Your Job:
The Vice President, Footwear Product Strategy is a highly strategic role responsible for leading and integrating the direction and workstreams of our Footwear Product Line Management, Product Marketing, Footwear Merchandising, and Strategic Footwear Advisor teams. Reporting directly to the SVP, Footwear and Apparel, this position is instrumental in defining and executing a holistic product vision that drives innovation, market relevance, and business growth across all footwear categories.
This individual possesses a deep understanding of consumer insights, market dynamics, and the product creation lifecycle, with a proven ability to translate strategic vision into actionable plans and tangible results. As a strong, collaborative, visionary leader, this role is capable of inspiring and guiding diverse teams, fostering cross-functional alignment, and championing a runner-first approach in all product decisions.
The VP of Footwear Product Strategy is responsible for synthesizing the strategies and execution of these key departments to create a cohesive and impactful unified product strategy for Brooks. This role ensures that product direction, storytelling, market readiness, and strategic initiatives are seamlessly integrated and optimized to deliver the best running footwear on the planet to our consumers.