Associate Product Line Manager

The Associate Product Line Manager (APLM) on the JR286 Product team will support the Product Line Manager with all aspects of creating and managing a two to three year life-cycle matrix for Nike Accessories. As an APLM, you will work as part of a cross-functional team to maximize growth and profitability in the assigned product portfolio. The location of this role will be in the Los Angeles region, based out of the JR286 offices.
What You'll Do:

• Work cross functionally as part of a team with Design, Graphics, Sales, Planning and Operations on all issues related to products within Performance & Lifestyle assigned categories
• Helps to identify opportunities for expansion or rationalization of products by assisting in the creation of new product briefs and strategy. Clearly communicate the goals of new product introductions to design, development and sales
• Conduct on-going market analysis to identify consumer, competition and product technology trends relevant to assigned products
• Conducts focus groups and wear testing sessions and provide detailed analysis to the teams
• Create and maintain seasonal Visual Line Plans for internal and external use
• Tracking, collect and store of samples through various stages of development
• Creation of seasonal copy for catalogs and packaging on new and updated styles
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure on-time delivery of SMS
• Partner with the Product Line Manager and Sales to select SMS, setup SKU information, distribute line list and track delivery
• Support management of all collateral material pertaining to assigned product portfolio (i.e. catalog, tech sheets, presentations and visual needs)
• Merchandise assigned areas for product and sales presentations
• Assist with all needs around seasonal Go-To-Market
• Other duties as assigned

• 1-3 years in a Product related role; Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in marketing or related field. Some industry experience in product or sporting goods is preferred
• Previous experience with FLEX or similar PLM software
• Computer fluency - PC based windows applications including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Must have a passion for product
• Adaptable and flexible to new environments, changing process and priorities
• Highly organized with ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Be able to anticipate busy schedules and plan accordingly
• Work in a team environment and be able to communicate with other members of the team to complete assignments on time and accurately
• Possess openness in their problem-solving and integrity in their dealing with vendors and internal team members

• Ability to obtain a detailed understanding of consumer needs through market research
• Ability to work under pressure in an environment of constant shifting priorities and changes
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and the ability to understand and support JR286 values
• Keen sense of urgency
• Some travel may be required
• The location of this role can be in the greater Portland or Los Angeles region, based out of the Nike or JR286 offices

• Competitive salary (we leverage market data) + benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k match, life insurance, pet insurance)
• Responsible Time Off (aka Unlimited)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Free lunches Monday through Friday
• Company gym with access to personal trainer
• Summer hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
• 13 company holidays
• Professional development workshops
• Employee product discounts on selected brands