Lead - Apparel Testing — On Running
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 106 days ago
Role overview
In short
Product Testing is the voice of the athlete and the consumer at On.
We ensure every product delivers a premium, high-performance experience by combining scientific rigor with real-world insight.
- In short
- Product Testing is the voice of the athlete and the consumer at On.
Company and context
- Drive Confident Decisions: Translate complex testing results into powerful insights that enable confident decision-making and elevate product excellence across the organization.
- You will analyze performance and durability data, including behavior and attitudinal insights, developing clear reports for project stakeholders.
- Influence Product Creation: Conduct hands-on performance testing, directly presenting key findings and improvement recommendations to critical stakeholders.
- Deliver benchmarking and competitor insights to spot opportunities for true innovation and product differentiation in the global sports arena.
- Build the Testing Ecosystem: Establish highly efficient testing processes, timelines, and feedback loops aligned seamlessly with Product Creation calendars.
- You will actively build and maintain a dynamic tester network of agile, high-performance athletes that supports both everyday testing needs and urgent project timelines.
- Set up high-energy testing events and initiatives to drive deep engagement within the testing community.
- Elevate Operations: Work seamlessly with testing systems and databases to ensure accurate, high-quality data and optimized reporting flows.
- As a leader, you will contribute significantly to team goals, process improvements, and the continuous evolution of our testing methodologies. Your story
- A strategic thinker and natural leader with a proven track record of managing complex projects or product validation cycles from concept to market.
Additional details
- You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and act as a key partner across Design, Development, Materials, and Strategy to ensure excellence in the wearing experience including comfort, durability, and performance.
- As a leader, you will contribute significantly to team goals, process improvements, and the continuous evolution of our testing methodologies.
- We are excited to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to: Apparel Product Testing or Development User Experience Research (UXR) Biomechanics or Kinesiology Materials Science or Textile Engineering Ergonomics or Human Factors Sports Marketing or Athlete Management High-Performance Coaching
- You are willing to travel globally and have the flexibility to work outside of typical hours to align with athlete schedules and events. A clear communicator in English, both verbal and written.
Notes and original content
- Your mission
- Your story
- We are excited to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to:
- Apparel Product Testing or Development
- User Experience Research (UXR)
- Biomechanics or Kinesiology
- Materials Science or Textile Engineering
- Ergonomics or Human Factors
- Sports Marketing or Athlete Management
- High-Performance Coaching
Questions about this listing
What salary does On Running offer for this role?
On Running lists CHF 101'500 - 154'000 gross per year for this position in Zürich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does On Running offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with On Running during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at On Running?
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