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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.

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How I support brands and teams

It’s not just about processes or frameworks – it’s about creating visible impact:

Developing new products & driving innovation

from idea, to development to market launch

Scaling collections & strengthening brands

with clear strategy and global execution

Empowering teams & simplifying collaboration

so projects move faster and with less friction

Building strategic partnerships

to unlock new horizons for growth

I bring proven expertise from the outdoor and sports industry – turning vision into results.
Curious how this looks in practice? Check out some of my current projects below.

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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.

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Product Creation & Innovation

  • Drive development of seasonal collections and strategic & innovative projects

  • Implement agile creation processes aligned with brand and market goals

  • Steer margins and execute consumer-focused product briefings

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Project & Process Management

  • Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to launch

  • Orchestrate timelines across sourcing, sales, and development via PLM

  • Optimize efficiency through agile methods and smart tools

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Supply Chain Coordination

  • Oversee supplier allocation, production flow, and OTIF delivery

  • Streamline sourcing, logistics, and stakeholder interfaces

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Sales & Key Account Support

  • Tailor line and product strategy for B2B and key accounts

  • Craft sell-in materials and lead buyer-facing coordination

  • Align Product, Sales & Ops and strengthen key account partnerships

Work Experience

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.

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Lead Agile Product Creation - Mammut Sports Group AG 

  • Leads agile product innovation across collections and collaborations

  • Acts as link between product, commercial teams, and GTM execution

  • Ensures alignment and delivery through tailored agile processes

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Product Manager / Senior Product Manager

  • Managed high-impact collection projects (>$7M)

  • Aligned assortments with sales and innovation cycles

  • Oversaw SMU programs and coordination with corporate clients

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Senior Professional Purchasing - ALDI Suisse AG

  • Managed planning, stock control, and supplier communication

  • Ensured availability and operational flow

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Product & Sales Manager Apparel - Sport Options AG

  • Led private label production and sourcing across EU & Asia

  • Oversaw order flows and OTIF performance

  • Supported buyer meetings, data handling, and client communication

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