Global Merchant, GTM Product Operations (sportswear)

Global Merchant, GTM Product Operations (Sportswear)

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson. We all have a role to play within our organization and are working towards the same goal. One team, one dream.

We believe that being an athlete isn't something you do, it's who you are. It's a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion.

Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us.

What You'll Do

The Global Merchant, GTM Product Operations - Sportswear plays a key role in driving operational excellence and seasonal readiness across the Global Sportswear Merchandising organization. This role supports the end-to-end product lifecycle from Strategic Alignment to market launch, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and seamless cross-functional alignment.

As a subject-matter expert in systems and processes, the Operations Merchant partners closely with Merchandising, Design, Development, and Planning to maintain data integrity, streamline workflows, and enable informed decision-making through tools and reporting.

This is a highly visible position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about turning process into performance. Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage seasonal GTM calendar from strategic alignment through product launch, partnering with cross functional leads to ensure execution and continuous process improvements.
• Support Product Launch preparation, including system setup, and cross-functional communication of key merchandising strategies.
• Ensure accurate style management, including consistent style numbers, classification and product attributes season over season.
• Champion assortment management and GTM tools (centric, SAP, excel, PIM) supporting set up, maintenance, training, and best practices across merchandising.
• Champion and deploy AI tools to enhance work efficiency and optimize data management.
• Ensure alignment and accuracy of PLM validating style numbers, attributes and classifications across all phases of the product lifecycle.
• Own and oversee all merchandising tools and templates ensuring they remain accurate, functional, and up to date.
• Serve as first line of troubleshooting when a tool breaks, a formula fails, data doesn't sync or flow correctly, partnering with IT or Director of merch as needed.
• Drive data governance and standardization, reducing error rates and improving tool usability and GTM.
• Collaborate with global and regional Merchandising, Planning, Design, and Development team to ensure alignment on timelines and key product deliverables.
• Support process improvement initiatives, including tool rollouts, GTM enhancements, and data attribute rationalization across Merchandising.
• Own and lead the SMU workflow across regions, ensuring requests are captured, vetted, prioritized, and executed within seasonal deadlines.

What We're Looking For

This role requires a bachelor's degree in Business, Merchandising or a related discipline and 3+ years of experience in merchandising, product operations, or retail planning (sporting goods or apparel industry preferred).

• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and go-to-market processes.
• Proficient in Excel, PLM systems, and digital reporting tools; comfortable managing large data sets.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Collaborative communicator with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive problem-solver who thrives on driving clarity and structure across complex workflows.

What We'll Provide

A reasonable estimate of the pay range is $95,000 - $120,000 at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, education, and/or training. Please note that the range details reflect the base pay only and does not include our competitive bonus program.

We also offer an innovative, inclusive, and people-first environment with competitive benefits and perks, including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Pre-tax transit discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development opportunities
• Volunteering programs
• Team building outings
• Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
• Summer hours
• Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
• Fun, active company outings around major sports events

Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.