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Job description
This position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company. ABOUT THE POSITION
The Global Sourcing Manager - Apparel plays a critical role in shaping and advancing global sourcing strategy across key product categories. This role operates as a senior individual contributor, driving alignment between long-range sourcing direction and enterprise priorities for profitability, speed, resilience, and compliance.
As a recognized subject matter expert, this role influences portfolio-level decisions, leads complex cross-functional initiatives, and provides strategic guidance to leadership and regional teams. The position is accountable for translating business objectives into actionable sourcing strategies, while continuously evolving sourcing capabilities and frameworks.
This role focuses on Outerwear and Technical Apparel and requires deep expertise in vendor segmentation, regional optimization, and risk management.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Source Strategy & Long Range Planning
Lead development of category-level and multi-season sourcing strategies aligned to enterprise financial and operational goals
Translate long-range business plans into clear sourcing direction across regions, vendors, and capabilities
Drive vendor segmentation and allocation strategies to optimize cost, capability, and risk balance
Identify and evaluate shifts in trade, geopolitical, and macroeconomic dynamics; recommend sourcing adjustments
Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence
Act as a trusted advisor to cross-functional partners (Product, Planning, Finance, Quality, Compliance)
Lead alignment across stakeholders on sourcing trade-offs, clearly articulating impacts to cost, margin, speed, and risk
Influence sourcing decisions through structured analysis, scenario modeling, and insights
Lead high-impact, cross-regional initiatives with limited direction and high ambiguity
Risk, Compliance & Sustainability
Ensure sourcing strategies align with global compliance, responsible sourcing, and sustainability standards
Identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation strategies across regions and vendors
Partner with Compliance and regional teams to address issues and drive resolution plans
Contribute to continuous improvement of responsible sourcing practices
Capability Building & Operational Excellence
Develop and refine tools, frameworks, and best practices to elevate sourcing strategy and execution
Drive consistency and discipline in sourcing processes and decision-making
Share expertise and provide informal mentorship across the team
Identify opportunities to improve sourcing models, vendor engagement, and cost management approaches
YOU HAVE
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
8+ years of professional experience and mastery of relevant technical or business skills required to accomplish the job.
Demonstrated experience developing and influencing sourcing strategy across regions or product categories
Deep knowledge of global manufacturing, costing, and vendor capability evaluation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to translate data into clear business recommendations
Proven ability to influence without authority and align cross-functional stakeholders
Working knowledge of global trade environments, compliance standards, and sourcing risks
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Travel up to 15% (international)
Preferred Skills
Experience in Outerwear and Technical Apparel sourcing and construction
Demonstrated experience in vendor strategy (segmentation, consolidation, or capability development)
Familiarity with sourcing analytics, planning tools, and scenario modeling approaches
Understanding of sustainability frameworks and responsible sourcing practices
Experience supporting or leading sourcing transformation or process improvement initiatives
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This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. . If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well-being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well-being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
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