Apparel Product Line Manager

Product Line Manager II - Global Apparel (Men's & Women's Team Sports) Overview

Placement Type:
Temporary

Salary: $43.20-48 Hourly

up to $48.00/hr

Start Date:

Jul 13, 2026

We're seeking a Product Line Manager II to join a dynamic Global Apparel team focused on performance and team sports. In this role, you will lead the creation and execution of product lines that serve athletes across multiple levels - from youth to collegiate competition.

This is a highly cross‑functional role where you'll partner with design, development, merchandising, and planning teams to bring innovative, athlete‑informed apparel to market. You'll play a key role in shaping product strategy, managing line plans, and ensuring successful delivery across seasons.

• Lead product line planning across multiple categories, managing a high volume of styles across men's and women's assortments
• Drive the product creation process from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with consumer insights and marketplace needs
• Partner cross‑functionally with design, technical development, merchandising, and planning to deliver cohesive product lines
• Translate athlete and consumer insights into actionable product briefs and line strategies
• Manage product data, line plans, and documentation within product management systems
• Oversee prototypes, samples, and wear‑testing processes to ensure product quality and performance
• Monitor marketplace trends and competitive landscape to inform product decisions
• Ensure product readiness, including margin alignment, seasonal flow, and delivery timelines

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in apparel product management, merchandising, or product creation
• Strong understanding of the apparel product lifecycle and line planning processes
• Experience working with textiles, trims, and garment construction
• Demonstrated business acumen, including understanding of margins, assortment planning, and marketplace dynamics
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple products and timelines

• Experience in sportswear, performance apparel, or team‑based product lines
• Exposure to global product launches or multi‑market assortments
• Familiarity with product line management or merchandising systems (any platform)
• Experience working with athlete insights, sports marketing teams, or external partners

• Passionate about apparel and sport, with a strong eye for product and style
• A collaborative leader who builds strong relationships across teams
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with a strong sense of accountability
• A proactive problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• A clear communicator who can align stakeholders and present product direction effectively

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in building innovative apparel products that serve athletes and teams around the world, while growing your career within a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.