Lead, Product Line Sales Support

Gildan Yarns; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gildan seeks a Lead, Product Line Sales Support to guide wholesale product development and craft consumer‑centric briefs. You will analyze trends, understand knitwear construction, and influence cross‑functional partners to shape assortments for the North American market.

You will manage design and launch calendars, partner with manufacturing to simplify processes, and mentor junior teammates while ensuring margins and data governance across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• University degree required.
• 5–7 years in Activewear/printwear or vertical manufacturing.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Provide briefs and frameworks for product direction.
• Manage calendar milestones from design brief to launch.
• Lead fast track projects with cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to reduce process complexity.
• Support development of junior team members.
• Ensure target costs meet margins.
• Analyze product line performance and POS data.

Skills

Consumer insights

Creative thinking

Knitwear knowledge

Executive communication

Detail oriented

Cross-functional collab

Influence & consensus

Trend analysis

Education

University degree

Job description

Gildan is a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel, with a strong portfolio of brands, including Gildan®, Hanes®, Comfort Colors®, American Apparel®, ALLPRO™, GOLDTOE®, Peds®, Bali®, Playtex®, Maidenform®, Bonds®, as well as Champion® which is under an exclusive licensing agreement for the printwear channel in the U.S. and Canada.

Gildan owns and operates vertically integrated, large-scale manufacturing facilities which are primarily located in Central America, the Caribbean, North America, and Asia. Gildan operates with a strong commitment to industry-leading labour, environmental and governance practices throughout its supply chain in accordance with its comprehensive ESG program embedded in Gildan's long-term business strategy. Together with our global team of dedicated employees, Gildan is united in its vision of Making Apparel Better®. Discover the full scale of Gildan and prepare to be surprised atgildancorp.com .

The opportunity

Lead, Product Line Sales Supportwill play an integral role in managing the core wholesale product line development process. This individual will be responsible for developing assortment frameworks and consumer centered product briefs that address their deep understanding of the target consumers, specialty channels and competitive set. This individual will also need to have a deep understanding of trends in the relevant market, understand how product is created and analyze consumer and marketplace data. They will oversee and ensure that key deliverables and deadlines are met including achievement of milestones and have a quick and critical thinker mindset to make decisions.

The individual is self-motivated, plans and excels at knowing how to work back into timelines. They will embrace the Gildan consumer and have a relentless desire to gain a deep understanding of product, fashion, color and decorating trends in the wholesale and retail markets. This individual must exude passion for product and have excellent communication and presentation skills. The successful candidate must be able to influence, collaborate, and create consensus. The candidate must be highly organized and demonstrate strong analytical skills as well as a high level of attention to detail.

The role

• Provide briefs and frameworks which give clear product direction and information to development and design partners.
• Manage and execute designated calendar milestones from design brief to product launches.
• Lead robust fast track projects with accuracy and information sharing across all areas within the organization.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to identify opportunities to reduce product-level process complexity.
• Have an understanding of fit and construction to provide direction in fit sessions.
• Support the development of junior level team members in partnership with Sr. Director.
• Ensure design understands and builds into target cost to meet margin requirements set by leadership.
• Analyze product line performance inclusive of add/drops, sell-in, sell-through, and monthly POS data.
• Ensure maintenance and governance of the style master data and product lifecycle.
• Responsible for sales/customer presentations, both internally and externally to key accounts, internal stakeholders and wholesalers as needed.
• Analyze product line performance inclusive of add/drops, sell-in, sell-through, and monthly POS data.
• Ensure maintenance and governance of the style master data and product lifecycle.
• Responsible for sales/customer presentations, both internally and externally to key accounts, internal stakeholders and wholesalers as needed.

The requirements

Education Required:

• University degree.

ExperienceRequired:

• 5 – 7 years
• Activewear industry - Printwear and/or vertical manufacturing experience.

Skills Required:

• Ability to demonstrate a general understanding of the North America consumer (tastes, habits, preferences, interests & behaviors)
• Innovative and creative new thinking and ideas pertaining to product and process
• Creativity and passion for product.
• Knowledge of knitwear (tees, fleece, polos) and how they are constructed and their fabrics.
• Embraces a challenger brand mindset and considers the next step beyond the task at hand.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Understands how to navigate invisible language and cultural barriers.
• Strong analytical abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Able to create consensus, influence, and work collaboratively.
• Excellent attention to detail and can manage various tasks well.
• Familiar with managing up to executive leadership in person, verbally and written

Problem Solving & Complexity

• How to make up time in the development calendar with other businesses taking priority based on senior leadership
• Direction Navigating Quality issues that come up at the start of the season, when inventory exist within Gildan and the Customer’s DC.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential
• Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated
• From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues
• Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities
• Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages

We thank all applicants for their interest, however , only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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