Racing Manager - Alpine (Switzerland)

The Racing Manager plays a key role at the heart of Salomon’s Alpine racing ecosystem, acting as both an operational expert and a brand ambassador within the Swiss racing community.  You will be responsible for building, developing, and managing a strong and successful Salomon Racing community of athletes, from Nationales Leistungszentrum (NLZ) up to Europacup. This includes athlete acquisition, development, and acting as the main point of contact for all Salomon athletes in Switzerland across product, performance, and organizational topics.  The role combines field presence, technical expertise, and community building, requiring close and continuous interaction with athletes, as well as responsibility for race operations, ski preparation, and management of the Salomon test ski fleet and sample process.  You will represent Salomon at races and events, ensuring strong brand visibility and credibility, while working in close collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Influencer Marketing, Customer Service, Merchandising teams, and global HQ.  You will report directly to the Marketing Manager.   Athlete & Community Management  Build, manage, and grow a community of athletes across Switzerland  Act as the main point of contact for all Salomon athletes  Develop strong, trust-based relationships with athletes  Act as a coach-like figure, supporting athlete development and engagement  Race & Field Presence  Represent Salomon at key national races and events (JO/FIS races, Swiss championships, camps, test events)  Be present on-site at races regularly (including weekends) to support athletes  Ensure strong brand visibility and representation at all events  Ski Management & Technical Operations  Manage ski inventory, material orders, and athlete allocations  Prepare skis throughout the season and ensure all equipment is race-ready   Perform ski and boot service for athletes   Manage and coordinate the test ski fleet and sample process  Ensure high technical standards in ski preparation and performance  Talent Identification & Development  Scout and recruit new youth talents into the Salomon Racing Team  Plan and execute ski tests for acquisition and performance evaluation  Support long-term athlete development within the racing ecosystem  Planning, Coordination & Reporting  Plan, coordinate, and monitor Racing Team activities throughout the year  Lead Racing Circle meetings, including reporting on team performance  Manage athlete-related budgets and resource allocation  Ensure alignment and communication within the Salomon Racing network  Dealer & Stakeholder Support  Support Salomon Racing Dealers at grassroots and test events  Act as technical contact for dealers in collaboration with the Sales team  Work closely with internal stakeholders  Maintain strong collaboration with HQ on product feedback, quality, and development  Content & Brand Activation  Contribute to content creation (photo, video, athlete storytelling) for the racing community  Support athletes/coaches in their social media presence and engagement  Collaborate with Influencer Marketing to activate the Salomon Racing ecosystem  Experience and skills  Strong experience within the Swiss Alpine racing ecosystem, ideally with junior athletes  2-4 years of relevant experience   High level of organisation and operational rigor  Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset  Strong team player with cross-functional collaboration abilities  Passion for Alpine racing and belief in athlete development  Technical Skills  Strong expertise in race ski preparation  Experience in boot fitting is preferred  Solid understanding of ski construction, equipment, and racing performance   Essential Competencies  Market Knowledge:  You understand the market context, including competitors, customers, and partners; identifying trends, emerging customer groups, and competitive dynamics. You apply this insight to inform decisions, assess impact, and strengthen competitive positioning, including recognising opportunities for broader market transformation.  Communication:  You use strong interpersonal skills to support a positive work environment; actively listening and interpreting emotional cues to build effective relationships. You demonstrate emotional intelligence by adapting your style to different audiences and situations, ensuring clear and constructive interactions.  Relationship Building:  You use interpersonal skills to support a positive work environment; interpreting and responding to emotional cues to build effective relationships. You create mutually beneficial connections, recognising differences in influence and working styles, and fostering proactive communication across stakeholders.  Languages:  Fluent in German and English, French is a plus  IT Skills:  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)  Additional Requirements  Willingness to travel regularly across Switzerland, including frequent weekends during race season  Ability to handle and transport equipment (including skis and related materials), including lifting and carrying items.  Permanent, full-time position (100%) Based in Hagendorn, Switzerland, with frequent travel  Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson. “The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports. Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its sustainability program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France.