Marketplace Manager Western Europe WE ARE PENTLAND BRANDS We’re Pentland Brands; a dynamic, global family business, and proud owners and licensees of many iconic active and footwear brands. With a community of over 1,300 team members worldwide, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and champion growth and development. Our success is built on teamwork, courage, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Come and be part of it. WHAT’S THE MISSION FOR THIS ROLE? As our Marketplace Manager Western Europe, you’ll join our Commercial team, which is at the forefront of driving online growth and delivering exceptional consumer experiences. The mission of this role is to design, implement, and scale a best-in-class marketplace business model for Pentland Brands. This includes building a robust ecosystem that ensures strong visibility, conversion, and premium brand representation for ENDURA, BERGHAUS, SPEEDO and other relevant brands. You will own the entire marketplace lifecycle-from strategic planning and commercial setup to technical integration, operational rollout, and long-term performance optimisation. You will also manage the business with the online partners/Key Accounts that we carry in the wholesale channel. WHAT DOES THIS ROLE DO? As our Marketplace Manager, you will be responsible for: Lead marketplace setup and rollout Conduct in-depth platform evaluations and negotiate commercial terms Oversee technical integrations, data readiness, and operational go-live execution Define and execute marketplace strategy Develop a comprehensive roadmap covering assortment planning, pricing architecture, logistics models and promotional frameworks Align marketplace strategy with brand positioning and overall digital growth objectives Strong brand and content acumen (SEO, rich content, imagery/video standards) Manage marketplace operations Ensure accurate and timely product listings, catalogue management, and content optimisation Monitor stock availability and execute merchandising strategies to maximise conversion Ensure premium brand representation Maintain strict adherence to brand guidelines across all marketplace touchpoints Deliver best-in-class content, including imagery, rich media, and SEO-optimised product description Drive performance and scalability Track and optimise key metrics: traffic, conversion rate, buy box share, return rate, and profitability Build scalable processes for fulfilment, returns, invoicing, compliance, and promotional execution Collaborate and enable Partner with IT to ensure seamless connectivity between PIM, ERP, OMS, pricing engines, and marketplace APIs Work cross-functionally with Digital, Supply Chain, Finance, Customer Service, and Brand Marketing teams Create internal playbooks, implementation frameworks, and training materials to enable operational excellence Manage external relationships Build and maintain strong partnerships with marketplace platforms, aggregators, and third-party service providers Negotiate service-level agreements and ensure compliance with operational standards WHAT DO I BRING TO THE ROLE? You just might be our next superstar if you have the following skills and experience: Proven experience in marketplace management (Amazon, Zalando, eBay, or similar both online and offline Strong understanding of PIM, ERP, OMS, feed management, and API integrations Analytical mindset with experience in KPI tracking, reporting, and optimisation Exceptional project management and stakeholder engagement skills Strong brand and content acumen (SEO, rich content, imagery/video standards) Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and act on insights. Excellent communication skills in German and English (French would be a plus) Strong knowledge of the cycling or sportswear industry in DACH At least 2-3 years’ experience in marketplaces A passion for consumer-focused innovation and a commitment to collaborative teamwork Willing to work flexibly across both Marketplace and Wholesale channels, with a clear primary focus on Marketplace We want you to live our company principles, bringing a strong consumer focus, while always looking for ways to improve and grow in your role. Take ownership of your work and be proactive in solving problems whilst communicating openly and treating everyone with respect and kindness. And, of course, let your creativity shine by bringing your unique style and individuality to the Pentland Brands Team. Marketplace Manager Western Europe | Munich | Employment type: (Permanent, full time) WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible working hours attractive remuneration package Competitive salary discretionary bonus 27 days holidays generous employer-financed company pension scheme comprehensive group accident insurance As an equal opportunity employer, we’re committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive culture across our business, stores, and office environment. If this sounds like the perfect role, please apply and we’ll be in touch soon. Please sent your application to Nathalie Ukens: Nathalie.ukens@pentland.com