Product Line Manager II

Columbia Sportswear • Hood River, OR

389d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Product Line Manager II at Columbia Sportswear is responsible for meeting the unique product needs of outdoor consumers by driving the creation of market-right and brand-right product lines. This role involves collaborating with other merchant managers to establish vision and strategies for a portion of the global business, constructing long-term business plans, and providing clear product direction to the design team. The position requires effective communication and leadership skills to inspire and guide cross-functional teams in the product creation process.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of product line management, buying, or equivalent sales experience within the outdoor athletic segment.
• Bachelor's degree in business, Merchandising, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation abilities.
• Effective at working with internal and external contacts on a domestic and international scope.
• Organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Create and present seasonal product briefs that inspire design and development.
• Incorporate marketplace influences and consumer insights into product briefs.
• Seek input from Design, Development, Sales, and Dealers to ensure alignment with brand strategies.
• Act as a team leader to foster a collaborative working environment among product creation teams.
• Resolve process issues and recommend improvements for team interactions and process efficiencies.
• Present category strategy, prototype concepts, designs, and products to key retailers and senior management.
• Attend sales meetings and marketplace visits to present assigned category product lines to the sales force and key dealers.
• Define and prepare sales tools and communication materials, ensuring accuracy in the PDM system throughout the creation process.
• Manage the product creation process to ensure key milestones are achieved and products meet customer needs worldwide.
• Ensure seamless interaction to deliver a product line that meets design, development, manufacturing, market needs, margin goals, and timelines.

Benefits

• 401k plan with a generous company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services)
• EAP + free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services
• Extensive wellness benefits
• Employee discounts
• Generous time off program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Apparel Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree