Associate Product Merchandiser – Moto Apparel
Alpinestars is the leading global performance motorsports apparel, protection and footwear manufacturer. For over 60 years the company has been providing the world’s best athletes and motorsports enthusiasts with the most technologically advanced products, fusing protection, performance, innovation and style.
Thanks to the outstanding quality and continuous innovation of our products, we are currently going through a solid expansion phase on the global market. To reinforce our strongly international teams with top talent, we are looking for a passionate Associate Product Merchandiser – Moto Apparel to join our Merchandising team based in Asolo, Italy. You will blend in-depth market insights, passion, and solid product understanding with strong business acumen to help shape compelling and competitive product lines for the motorcycling world.
Main Responsibilities
* Through an in-depth competitors’, industry trend, street fashion and technical consumer insights analysis, identify new product opportunities and support the creation of impactful seasonal product line strategies.
* Work cross‑functionally with internal stakeholders such as Product Development, Go‑To‑Market, Sales and Marketing teams to ensure detailed and technical product briefs, as well as impactful and consistent product storytelling and technical messaging.
* Be involved in the product development process end‑to‑end to align with merchandising priorities, assist in the product validation process (e.g., artwork, functions, fit sessions, material reviews and field‑testing feedback), and ensure all product‑related technical information are stored correctly and consistently on our systems.
* Act as a knowledgeable product spokesperson, delivering product‑related trainings and technical presentations at events such as dealer visits, company summits, sales meetings and conferences.
Requirements
* A minimum of 2 years’ experience in merchandising, product development, engineering and/or marketing functions within motorsports, technical apparel and/or footwear, and/or outdoor sportswear.
* Strong passion for motorcycle culture and/or performance products.
* Solid understanding of product development processes and technical garment construction.
* Analytical mindset with proficiency in market research and data interpretation.
* Ability to balance creative intuition with business‑oriented decision making.
* Excellent communication skills, both in writing and verbal.
* Fluency in English is required; fluency in any other language is a plus.
* Availability to travel at both the national and international level.
Location
Asolo, Veneto, Italy
Employment Type
Full‑time
Seniority Level
Associate
Job Function
Product Management, Engineering, and Research
Industries
Sporting Goods Manufacturing and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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