Senior Manager of Product Lines, Women's and Youth

1 week ago


Portland, Oregon, United States Columbia Sportswear Company Full time

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Manager of Product Lines will spearhead the PFG/Women's & Youth category, formulating seasonal product strategies that resonate with the mission of Unlocking Angling for Everyone. This role is pivotal in executing seasonal line plans and ensuring effective Go-To-Market initiatives on a global scale. The Senior Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to cultivate and drive the execution of a unified vision for the product line, addressing consumer needs while fostering profitable growth.

The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in the apparel and footwear sector, with a sharp eye for fashion trends, robust analytical capabilities, and a proven history of enhancing sales and profitability through strategic merchandising.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Formulate and execute comprehensive merchandising strategies for apparel and footwear that align with the organization's overarching business goals and market dynamics. Partner with design and product development teams to ensure the creation of commercially viable products that satisfy customer requirements and market expectations. Strategically plan and manage product assortments, ensuring a balanced and profitable product mix across diverse channels and markets. Oversee inventory levels and manage stock replenishment to achieve optimal inventory turnover and minimize surplus stock. Analyze sales metrics, market trends, and customer insights to pinpoint opportunities and challenges, adjusting merchandising strategies as necessary. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to guarantee timely delivery of high-quality products at competitive rates. Collaborate closely with visual merchandising teams to design engaging in-store displays and online presentations that enhance the customer shopping experience and drive sales. Develop and implement promotional strategies and markdown plans to maximize sales and profitability. Mentor and guide junior merchandisers, providing support and direction to ensure team success and professional growth. Work in conjunction with marketing, sales, and e-commerce teams to ensure cohesive and effective merchandising strategies across all platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related discipline. A master's degree is advantageous or equivalent experience. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in merchandising and product line management, ideally within the apparel and footwear industry. Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective merchandising strategies. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools. Familiarity with merchandising software and inventory management systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to interpret complex data and make informed decisions. A keen eye for fashion trends and a strong sense of style and aesthetics. Ability to translate market trends into commercially viable product assortments.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position's scope and responsibilities within the company.

Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Columbia Sportswear is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.



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