Product Line Management Specialist I at 1001 Columbia Sportswear Comp — Portland, OR

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Product Line Management Specialist I plays a key supporting role in bringing seasonal product lines to life—from early planning through Go‐to‐Market execution. Partnering with Product Line Managers and cross‐functional teams, this role helps translate strategy into clear, data‐driven tools, accurate line information, and compelling presentations. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their merchandising career who is eager to learn, highly organized, and excited to gain hands‐on exposure to the global product lifecycle.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Build and maintain reports, tools, and KPI views that help the team understand category performance and seasonal opportunities
• Support seasonal line planning by compiling sales, buy, and market insights that inform key decisions
• Keep product information accurate and up to date across line plans, PLM systems, and merchandising tools
• Contribute to Go‐to‐Market milestones by preparing presentation materials that clearly communicate line intent
• Help track product changes and decisions to ensure alignment throughout the product creation process
• Support cross‐functional conversations by organizing information, documenting outcomes, and sharing timely recaps
• Assist in smooth seasonal execution through strong organization, detail management, and follow‐through

YOU ARE

• Organized and detail‐driven, with the ability to manage multiple tasks across tight timelines
• Analytical by nature, with curiosity about product, categories, and consumer trends
• Comfortable working with data and systems and translating information into clear insights
• A clear communicator who collaborates effectively with cross‐functional partners
• Adaptable and flexible, ready to support evolving priorities throughout the season
• Proactive and reliable, taking ownership of assigned work and deadlines
• Excited to learn and grow within global merchandising and product creation

YOU HAVE

• A bachelor’s degree, applicable certification, or equivalent experience
• Less than 2 years of professional experience, including internships or early‐career roles
• Interest in merchandising, product line management, or the apparel industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with PLM systems is a plus
• Experience supporting reports, presentations, or analytical tools
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• The ability to work effectively in a fast‐paced, team‐oriented environment

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