[NDKSB] Global Product Merchandiser

NDK Skateboarding is on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Product Merchandiser to join our Global Product and Merchandising team. Based in Rolle, Switzerland, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our iconic brands: etnies, éS, and Emerica.

NDK Skateboarding, part of the Nidecker Group, is home to some of the most authentic and influential brands in skateboarding: etnies, éS, and Emerica. With deep roots in skate culture and decades of innovation, each brand has helped shape the history and progression of skateboarding footwear and apparel worldwide.

From the streets to the skateparks, our mission is to support and inspire the global skateboarding community through product excellence, authentic storytelling, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of style, function, and cultural relevance.

Headquartered in Rolle, Switzerland, NDK Skateboarding operates at a global scale while staying true to the independent spirit of skateboarding. As part of the Nidecker Group — one of the world’s leading action sports groups — we combine a legacy of heritage brands with a forward-thinking approach to product, design, and sustainability.

Joining NDK Skateboarding means becoming part of a passionate, rider-driven team that lives and breathes skateboarding every day.

About the Role

As Global Product Merchandiser, you’ll support the end-to-end process of product creation and merchandising across our global skateboarding portfolio. From concept to go-to-market, you’ll help deliver compelling, consumer-driven collections that align with our seasonal KPIs and long-term brand vision.

Your deep knowledge of skateboarding culture will be vital in crafting product lines that reflect the needs of our global audience. This role requires a strong sense of product storytelling, market awareness, and an ability to collaborate across departments—from Design and Development to Marketing, Sales, and Operations.

You’ll be part of a passionate team that lives and breathes skateboarding, working in an environment that values creativity, authenticity, and cultural connection.

What You’ll Do

1. Merchandising and Line Planning

• Support seasonal merchandising plans aligned with brand identity and market demand.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Guide SKU planning through performance data, consumer insights, and market potential.
• Support product presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing and Sales to align merchandising and go-to-market strategies.
• Own key deliverables like PLM accuracy, line lists, and seasonal GTM tools.

2. Product Strategy & Creation

• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative and technically sound footwear and apparel.
• Support creation seasonal roadmaps and long-term product planning through market and consumer insights.
• Support product positioning, pricing, and margin strategies to deliver commercial goals.
• Partner with key global accounts to shape culturally relevant products and future opportunities.
• Create compelling collaborations and partnerships that elevate brand equity.

3. Performance & Optimization

• Monitor sales performance and consumer feedback to inform future product decisions.
• Use data analytics to guide assortment optimization and lifecycle management.
• Leverage qualitative and quantitative insights to continually refine product and merchandising strategies.

• Deep knowledge of skateboarding, street culture, and the global action sports industry.
• A strong passion for product, with proven experience in product creation and merchandising.
• Experience working in the footwear and/or action sports industries.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (2–4+ years in a relevant role).
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint/Keynote; experience with PLM systems is a plus.
• Adobe Illustrator skills are a bonus.
• Excellent communication skills; thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to balance strategy and execution.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); French proficiency is a plus.