W. L. Gore & Associates
SITKA Product Line Manager
W. L. Gore & Associates, Billings Metropolitan Area, Montana, United States
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We are looking for a Product Line Manager to join our SITKA Gear team at our facility in Bozeman, Montana. This person is a product visionary, and will translate consumer needs and trends into world‑class product, authoring product and life‑cycle strategies that drive growth and deliver on our business objectives. The ideal candidate has outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with a resounding passion for hunting and a strong knowledge of the consumer’s sphere of influence. Relocation may be available for this role. Responsibilities
Obsess the SITKA consumer, with a focus on analyzing market trends to uncover product opportunities that inform SITKA’s product roadmap Author detailed product briefs that translate consumer insights into actionable product concepts Drive product life cycle and SKU rationalization strategies, constantly aiming to drive growth and improve productivity Partner with Design, Development, Finance, Merchandising and Sales partners to establish target performance qualities, costs, and margins Partner with merchandising, planning, marketing & sales teams to set seasonal assortment and go‑to‑market strategies that deliver financial results Provide product management, consumer, and market intelligence in cross‑functional topics related to sourcing, materials, sustainability, quality, costing, capacity planning, product marketing, innovation, and future growth strategies Lead the entry of accurate and complete information in the PLM system, ensuring effective data governance Serve as the holder of relevant historical product performance data, making data‑driven decisions about the future Serve as the internal subject matter expert for the hunting and fishing consumer Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or combination of relevant education and experience Minimum of 3 years experience as a product manager with an emphasis on technical apparel brands Experience managing product lines across multiple seasons simultaneously while maintaining holistic data integrity Experience utilizing a PLM software in daily operations Experience facilitating productive team meetings and strong ability presenting in front of large groups Outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with strong knowledge of the hunter and angler’s sphere of influence Demonstrated success leveraging market research and consumer insights to uncover product growth opportunities Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrate ability to influence or engage others Demonstrated strategic‑mindset and task‑oriented nature Ability to travel 15% Desired Qualifications
Experience with Centric PLM Software Strong knowledge of the end‑to‑end apparel product creation process, including sourcing, operations, and demand planning What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit‑sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Product Management and Marketing Industries
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SITKA Product Line Manager
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W. L. Gore & Associates 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants About The Role
We are looking for a Product Line Manager to join our SITKA Gear team at our facility in Bozeman, Montana. This person is a product visionary, and will translate consumer needs and trends into world‑class product, authoring product and life‑cycle strategies that drive growth and deliver on our business objectives. The ideal candidate has outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with a resounding passion for hunting and a strong knowledge of the consumer’s sphere of influence. Relocation may be available for this role. Responsibilities
Obsess the SITKA consumer, with a focus on analyzing market trends to uncover product opportunities that inform SITKA’s product roadmap Author detailed product briefs that translate consumer insights into actionable product concepts Drive product life cycle and SKU rationalization strategies, constantly aiming to drive growth and improve productivity Partner with Design, Development, Finance, Merchandising and Sales partners to establish target performance qualities, costs, and margins Partner with merchandising, planning, marketing & sales teams to set seasonal assortment and go‑to‑market strategies that deliver financial results Provide product management, consumer, and market intelligence in cross‑functional topics related to sourcing, materials, sustainability, quality, costing, capacity planning, product marketing, innovation, and future growth strategies Lead the entry of accurate and complete information in the PLM system, ensuring effective data governance Serve as the holder of relevant historical product performance data, making data‑driven decisions about the future Serve as the internal subject matter expert for the hunting and fishing consumer Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or combination of relevant education and experience Minimum of 3 years experience as a product manager with an emphasis on technical apparel brands Experience managing product lines across multiple seasons simultaneously while maintaining holistic data integrity Experience utilizing a PLM software in daily operations Experience facilitating productive team meetings and strong ability presenting in front of large groups Outstanding apparel and equipment acuity, with strong knowledge of the hunter and angler’s sphere of influence Demonstrated success leveraging market research and consumer insights to uncover product growth opportunities Highly effective communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrate ability to influence or engage others Demonstrated strategic‑mindset and task‑oriented nature Ability to travel 15% Desired Qualifications
Experience with Centric PLM Software Strong knowledge of the end‑to‑end apparel product creation process, including sourcing, operations, and demand planning What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit‑sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Product Management and Marketing Industries
Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at W. L. Gore & Associates by 2x Get notified about new Product Line Manager jobs in
Montana, United States .
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