Explore Kati.
Let's embark on a journey together!
Welcome to my portfolio website, rooted in a deep passion for the sports industry and shaped by years of professional experience.
This site showcases my journey - highlighting work experience, key projects, and the impact I’ve made across teams and brands.
Driven by progress, collaboration, and purpose.
Who I am...
Purpose & Mission
True growth isn’t always just about resilience and discipline - it’s about moving together.
As a former professional athlete and passionate outdoor enthusiast, snowboarder, mountaineer, and mother - I’ve turned my passion into my profession.
Sports taught me that true success happens when ambition meets synergy. I embrace change, stay curious, and believe that by empowering one another, we can bring bold visions to life.
Core Capabilities
I turn product strategy into market-ready reality. With 10+ years in the sports and outdoor industry, I help brands translate ideas into relevant, commercial, and technically strong products from concept to consumer.
Product Creation & Innovation
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Drive development of seasonal collections and strategic & innovative projects
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Implement agile creation processes aligned with brand and market goals
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Steer margins and execute consumer-focused product briefings
Project & Process Management
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Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to launch
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Orchestrate timelines across sourcing, sales, and development via PLM
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Optimize efficiency through agile methods and smart tools
Supply Chain Coordination
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Oversee supplier allocation, production flow, and OTIF delivery
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Streamline sourcing, logistics, and stakeholder interfaces
Sales & Key Account Support
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Tailor line and product strategy for B2B and key accounts
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Craft sell-in materials and lead buyer-facing coordination
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Align Product, Sales & Ops and strengthen key account partnerships
Work Expirience
My work focuses on aligning product development with business goals — leading teams, streamlining workflows, and delivering solutions that perform across categories, channels, and client needs.
Lead Agile Product Creation - Mammut Sports Group AG
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Leads agile product innovation across collections and collaborations
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Acts as link between product, commercial teams, and GTM execution
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Ensures alignment and delivery through tailored agile processes
Product Manager / Senior Product Manager
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Managed high-impact collection projects (>$7M)
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Aligned assortments with sales and innovation cycles
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Oversaw SMU programs and coordination with corporate clients
Senior Professional Purchasing - ALDI Suisse AG
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Managed planning, stock control, and supplier communication
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Ensured availability and operational flow
Product & Sales Manager Apparel - Sport Options AG
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Led private label production and sourcing across EU & Asia
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Oversaw order flows and OTIF performance
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Supported buyer meetings, data handling, and client communication
