Lindsay Piper: Consumer Brands Softgoods Product Manager in Minneapolis, MN

Manager of multi-brand activewear apparel and accessory assortment, responsible for category financial success and product function, fit and quality. - Created new category business unit resulting in a new revenue stream and 15x revenue growth over six years - Responsible for line planning and product development including brief, costing, timing and action, tech pack creation, material selection, fitting and construction - Relationship owner with designers, material suppliers and factories, responsible for sourcing - Lead cross-functional brand team through execution of business strategy - Work with leaders across the organization to ensure category processes are functional and efficient for the category and the organization - Brands include 45NRTH, Surly, Salsa, All-City

Concurrent with Softgoods Manager position, lead the creation and ongoing management of KETL Mountain Apparel brand & product line. Responsible for P&L, Product management and Marketing of new high-end mountain bike apparel brand.

Apparel management, development & sourcing for multiple niche brands in the bicycle industry. Technical & Lifestyle garments & accessories.

Manage relationships & sell products & services to bicycle retailers in Idaho, Utah & Arizona - 300+ accounts including independents & major specialty such as Backcountry.com, Trisports.com - Ongoing Technical & Market knowledge maintenance & learning