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Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
JOB MISSION:
New Balance are offering a 1 year paid Internship to an undergraduate student, currently in penultimate year of study, with a passion for Football, Product Creation and Project Management. The role will provide tactical category support and insight across the footwear, apparel, equipment & accessories functions that enable delivery of elite football product propositions. Training and support will be given and you will gain a broad knowledge of a global business.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Innovation
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Conduct depth research to identify driving insights for future Innovation Projects.
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Support Innovation Concept Manager through Innovation project management; calendar tracking, action register maintenance, Product Ideation session planning.
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Contribute solutions to innovation briefs to create transformative product propositions.
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Own sample coordination of Innovation samples, ensuring product security and accessibility.
Development
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Partnering with Design & Development through Design Reviews, Tech Pack Creation, Factory Liaison & Product teardowns.
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Support the Fit & Wear Analyst in the testing and validation of all products to ensure appropriate measures are taken to minimize risk, demonstrate actions and provide quality assurance.
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Management of sample hand-off and receipt from Fit & Wear Analyst.
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Support communication to BU stakeholders of validation results and actions.
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Implementation & management of Development samples to ensure rotation, availability, and security.
Insight Gathering
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Support the Consumer | Competitor | Customer Insight gathering, interpretation & communication:
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Coordination and facilitation of consumer & fan focus group activity.
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Mining & interpretation of market launches to benchmark NB offering.
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Price positioning & range research to ensure relevance & impact of the NB assortments.
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Athlete & Club asset research to support and inform both acquisition & servicing strategies.
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Software based management of validation & benchmarking systems.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
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Studying towards a Bachelors degree in a relevant subject, such as Sports Technology, Innovation Management, Engineering, or possessing equivalent experience,
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Must be able to provide right to work in the UK.
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Genuine dedication to football and the football industry with proven interest in the sport.
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Skilled with Microsoft Suite, Experience of project management software (Smartsheet, MS Project) a plus.
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High level of attention to detail.
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to cope in a fast-paced environment.
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Effective communication skills, including comfortable presenting to an audience.
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Results driven - follows through to conclusion on all projects/commitments.
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Team player
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Some travel may be required.
BENEFITS:
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Holidays – 25 days (prorated in first year)
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Pension – 6.5% company contribution, 3% individual contribution
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Life assurance – 4 times annual salary
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On Site Gym
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Employee Discount
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Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)
