Jerome Mottas

Lead Product Manager | Head of Product | Sr PM

Salary / Daily rate

Paris, France

Mobility: Lyon

Freelance

Can come onsite

Skills

Product StrategyProduct ManagementProduct OwnershipCoachingWebsitesHRLLMs / Large language modelsStrategy & ConsultingProcurementCustomer CareKnowledge ManagementDesign ThinkingProject Management (PMO)ScrumWordPressNotionAgile CoachingCustomer SuccessProject OwnerMachine LearningAI

Languages

English (Native)French (Native)

About me

Intro

Lead Product Manager | Meilleurtaux, Salomon, Nike, IKEA Head of Product Acquisition chez Meilleurtaux (Silver Lake): 4 squads, stratégie portée au COMEX Orchestration de 6 produits simultanément chez IKEA (€1.4M budget, 21 personnes) Étiquettes connectées IKEA: business case de €2.4 Mds projetés sur 14 ans, déployées depuis le pilote de New York Transformation culture produit Nike (50+ PMs, -20% time-to-market) Expertise: e-commerce, retail innovation, platform scaling, AI/ML

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Work experience

Head of Product Acquisition

Meilleur TauxFreelance

Apr 2026 - Aug 2026

5 months

Paris, France

PRODUCT ACQUISITION (Silver Lake portfolio company) Led the Acquisition domain of Meilleurtaux: 24M visits/year, 4 autonomous cross-functional squads. ROADMAP & STRATEGY Rebuilt the domain roadmap around the sub-homes covering ~80% of business impact → Strategy presented to the COMEX → End-to-end KPI architecture built from zero (volume, impressions, traffic, funnel entry, conversion) GOVERNANCE & DELIVERY Co-built product governance with the Engineering Manager and Tech Lead → Velocity baseline established to frame the delivery improvement plan → Coached 2 PMs, 1 Lead PM and 3 designers, with full handover to the internal team → The setup held after my departure: that was the deliverable

Founder & CEO

Three Four

Jun 2020 - Dec 2025

5 years 7 months

1422 Grandson, Switzerland

Recent: Head of Product Acquisition at Meilleurtaux (2026), Global Product Lead at Salomon (2024-2025), Product transformation at Nike (2021-2023) SWISS PRODUCT STUDIO & CONSULTING Founded product studio building 0-to-1 ventures and providing fractional CPO/Head of Product services to scale-ups and enterprises. Leading product strategy, development, and go-to-market across gaming, fintech, and e-commerce transformation. BUILT VENTURES GL!TCH - Game of Skills App Mobile gaming platform built from concept to market launch. Recruited cross-functional team (PM, UX/UI, Tech Lead), managed full product lifecycle, payment integrations, and Swiss gaming regulatory compliance. GAFYN - Finance Platform for Entrepreneurs Financial management SaaS helping entrepreneurs automate monthly accounting. Built end-to-end platform addressing pain points in SME financial operations. CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS Currently: Global Product Lead at Salomon (e-commerce platform transformation) Previous: Strategic product leadership for digital transformation initiatives across retail and technology sectors Skills: Product Strategy • 0-to-1 Development • Multi-Product Portfolio • Team Building • Fintech • Gaming • Regulatory Compliance • Agile/Scrum

Global Product Lead

SalomonFreelance

Jul 2024 - Nov 2025

1 year 5 months

Annecy, France

E-COMMERCE PLATFORM TRANSFORMATION Leading multiple product squads through complete platform migration (Drupal/Magento → Contentful) for salomon.com global e-commerce. Managing Design System, CMS/Brand pages, and post-production stabilization with cross-functional teams across tech, design, content, and SEO. DESIGN SYSTEM (Squad "Pace") Built scalable component library from vision to production → 60 UI components delivered in 5 months → 95% of accessibility audit recommendations implemented (Atalan) → React migration, mono-repo integration, Storybook documentation CMS & BRAND PAGES Established content governance and SEO standards for brand pages → Negotiated deadline extension with leadership (48h crisis management), then led 6-week quality migration of 700+ pages → Created foundations for content publishing via Contentful → 100+ post-launch bugs resolved in 3 months, platform stabilization STRATEGIC INITIATIVES Led C-level workshops on mobile e-commerce app concept, defining vision, value proposition, and use cases for future product development. Tools: Contentful • Jira • Confluence • Figma • Piano Analytics • React • Storybook

Product Lead

Prometee

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024

5 months

Lausanne Metropolitan Area

Prometee is a Swiss consulting boutique grounded in business, empowering companies with Generative AI through strategic consulting, specialized training, and solution development.

Global Product Management Orchestration Lead

Nike

Aug 2021 - Dec 2023

2 years 5 months

Hilversum, Netherlands

COMPANY-WIDE PRODUCT TRANSFORMATION Recruited to transform Nike's digital product management culture across the organization. Created Product Phase Templates adopted by 50+ product managers, reducing company-wide time-to-market by 20%. Simultaneously led two major product initiatives from concept to global scale: E-COMMERCE BOOKING PLATFORM Scaled from pilot to 100+ retail stores across US, Europe, and Asia → 100K users, 1700% ROI (USA: $50K annual investment, $850K net profit) → +25% in-store pickups through e-commerce platform integration → Integrated digital booking with physical retail operations AI/ML CONVERSATIONAL COMMERCE Pioneered Nike's first AI-powered customer engagement platform → 80% conversion rate, 35% improvement in targeted marketing → WhatsApp integration with ML-driven customer segmentation Reported to VP of Digital Product | Quarterly C-level stakeholder presentations Led cross-functional teams across EMEA, North America, and Asia Tools: Agile/Scrum/SAFe • JIRA • Confluence • Tableau • HubSpot

IKEA

Dec 2017 - Aug 2021

3 years 9 months

Sweden, ME, USA

Product Portfolio Manager | 6 Products, €1.4M, 21 People

Sep 2018 - Aug 2021

3 years

Sweden, ME, USA

Orchestrated portfolio of 6 simultaneous product teams managing €1.4M budget and 21 people across e-commerce, retail innovation, and supply chain platforms. Presented monthly to IKEA senior management on portfolio strategy, resource allocation, and global roadmap alignment. Portfolio included: DIGITAL PRICE TAGS (€200K budget negotiated with the CFO) Redefined business case beyond cost savings to store supply chain transformation → Business case: €2.4B projected savings over 14 years (€170M/year globally) → Price update time: from 5 min to 20 sec per tag, full store from 1 week to 5 min → NFC/RFID integration for inventory management and customer navigation → Piloted at the New York Queens store in 2 days, then rolled out across IKEA's store network VISUAL SEARCH APP (4-person team) AI/ML-powered product recognition tool → Launched across 2 continents RETAIL & STORE INNOVATION (4 products, €500K combined) - Kitchen Booking Tool: €300K budget, 10K+ annual sales, CRM integration - The Fast Store: New store format concept (1000m²), €100K budget, 4 SMEs - Twin Store: AR/HoloLens project with Microsoft, virtual store architecture - Live Customer Support: Video platform, 25% satisfaction improvement Influenced IKEA's global product roadmap through strategic presentations, data-driven analysis, and cross-functional stakeholder management. Managed dependencies across products, allocated resources dynamically, and established OKRs driving measurable impact. Tools: JIRA • Confluence • Tableau • Google Analytics • Agile/Scrum • Portfolio Management

Global Transformation Leader

Dec 2017 - Aug 2018

9 months

Sweden, ME, USA

STRATEGIC AGILE TRANSFORMATION Selected for strategic role leading IKEA's transition to Agile methodologies across digital product teams. Worked at IKEA headquarters (Älmhult) to standardize product development processes and establish foundations for portfolio management. AGILE IMPLEMENTATION Introduced and scaled Agile/Scrum/Kanban methodologies across multiple product teams → Trained product teams on Agile practices and ceremonies → Optimized EPICs, sprints, and user stories for alignment with strategic goals → Established frameworks that enabled multi-product portfolio management DIGITAL STRATEGY Contributed to IKEA's future store format strategy (AR/VR, IoT, digital price tags) and retail innovation roadmap. Collaborated with senior stakeholders to define digital transformation priorities. This strategic role positioned me to take on portfolio management responsibilities, leading to promotion to Product Portfolio Manager role (2018-2021) orchestrating 6 products with €1.4M budget. Tools: Agile/Scrum/Kanban • JIRA • Confluence • Strategic Planning

Head of Product

Freemi

Mar 2018 - Oct 2018

8 months

Malmö, Sweden

IKEA BOOTCAMP SELECTION Selected from 1,112 global applicants (62 countries) to lead product strategy for circular economy startup in IKEA's second startup accelerator bootcamp. Freemi focused on "freeconomy" platform enabling users to recirculate used belongings sustainably. PRODUCT LEADERSHIP & STRATEGY Led end-to-end product strategy from acquisition analysis to market launch. Conducted comprehensive market analysis, app valuation, and strategic acquisition feasibility with Finance and Legal teams. Developed product roadmap, prioritized features, and managed cross-functional coordination between Freemi and IKEA teams. DUTCH MARKET LAUNCH Orchestrated go-to-market strategy for Netherlands expansion → 10,000 users acquired in 8 weeks → A/B testing and product optimization driving engagement improvements → Marketing campaign management (email, social, IKEA Family outreach) Collaborated with senior management and C-level stakeholders to align product vision with IKEA's circular economy objectives. Managed product backlog, user stories, sprint planning, and iterative development using Agile/Scrum methodologies. Tools: Jira • Google Analytics • Mailchimp • Miro

IKEA Group

Jul 2010 - Dec 2017

7 years 6 months

Vernier, Switzerland

Product Manager

Oct 2014 - Dec 2017

3 years 3 months

Vernier, Switzerland

🎯 RETAIL INNOVATION & TRAINING TRANSFORMATION Led product innovation initiatives addressing customer experience and operational efficiency challenges. Pioneered VR-based training solutions that became global standard for IKEA's sustainability and product knowledge programs. 🥽 VR TRAINING INNOVATION Identified root cause of customer returns: staff knowledge gaps in product assembly and features. Developed immersive VR training modules using 360° camera technology. → 100% knowledge retention vs 60% with traditional PowerPoint training → Reduced customer returns through improved staff product expertise → 20-minute VR modules covering materials, assembly, and product features 🌍 GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY TRAINING Scaled VR training concept to create company-wide sustainability program. Shot content across multiple international locations (forests, waste management facilities, supplier sites) in collaboration with IKEA's global sustainability team. Led sustainability audits and supplier relationship optimization → 50% reduction in energy costs, 40% improvement in recycling efficiency → 20% procurement cost reduction through strategic negotiations → Launched product line increasing Net Promoter Score by 24% → Transformed classroom sustainability training into immersive global experience → Deployed across IKEA retail stores internationally → Improved engagement and knowledge retention for logistics and retail teams Tools: VR Development • 360° Video Production • Training Design • Stakeholder Management • Change Management

Project Manager

Jul 2010 - Oct 2014

4 years 4 months

Vernier, Switzerland

Led critical sales and operational enhancement projects at IKEA, with a focus on sustainable practices and customer service. Key Achievements: Team Leadership: • Recruited, guided, and coached a team of 12+ coworkers, improving team performance and collaboration significantly. Operational Efficiency: • Increased textile department sales by 20%, reducing staff absenteeism from 30% to 5% through effective management and training. Compliance and Innovation: • Achieved 100% compliance with IKEA’s international standards, contributing to safer and more efficient operations across multiple stores. Community Engagement: • Strengthened community relations and supplier partnerships, enhancing customer satisfaction by 24% through focused sustainability initiatives. Results: Led a team that exceeded sales and operational goals, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to company standards.

Global Account Specialist

SSP Group plc

Apr 2008 - Mar 2009

1 year

Geneva, Switzerland

Oversaw daily financial operations including balance sheet control, cash flow management, and journal entries. Managed monthly closings, bank reconciliations, and treasury reporting. Developed internal controls and policies, enhanced stock and inventory systems.

Business Development Manager

arche

Aug 2007 - Mar 2008

8 months

New York, NY, USA

Managed inventory categorization of 10,000 pairs of shoes annually, reducing planned categorization time by 50%; transformed a basement into a fully operational warehouse, enhancing product market reach through strategic sales collaborations.


Education

Woodbury University

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business Administration and Management, General

2001 - 2005

4 years 1 month

Skills: Business Development · Business Analysis · Business Management · HR Management

Geneva Business School

CFC, Business School

1998 - 1999

2 years

Sainte Famille, La roche sur foron (france)

GED, General Studies

1995 - 1998

4 years

Activities and societies: class representative


Licenses & certifications

The Product Lifecycle

Issued: May 2025

Certified by Coursera

Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I)

Issued: Mar 2024

Certified by Scrum.org

Creating Your IT Strategy

Issued: Mar 2024

Certified by LinkedIn

Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification

Issued: Oct 2023

Certified by Educate 360

Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Issued: Feb 2023

Certified by Advanced Innovation Group Pro Excellence (AIGPE™)

Product Roadmap Recovery in Miro

Issued: Jun 2021

Certified by Coursera

Innovation Management

Issued: Dec 2020

Certified by Coursera

IASA CITA-Foundation

Issued: Mar 2018

Certified by Iasa Global

Business Analyst Certification

Issued: Feb 2017

Certified by Biner

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