Apparel Product Manager

About Us:

Champro® Sports is a privately owned sporting goods and apparel manufacturer that has been in business for 30 years. We have received numerous industry awards for our business practices and excellent customer service. Our business philosophy is focused on our customers and we take pride in providing them with the best values in team sports equipment and apparel. We are a growing company that seeks a qualified Product Manager for our Corporate Office in Bannockburn, Illinois.

Position: ATHLETIC APPAREL PRODUCT MANAGER

We are seeking a highly experienced Athletic Apparel Product Manager with a deep understanding of sports apparel design, garment fit, styling, and athlete-specific needs. This role is ideal for a professional with strong product development expertise in the sports industry, rather than a sales-focused background. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing apparel lines, understanding performance-driven design, and driving innovation within athletic apparel.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of product strategies across all sport categories, including men’s, women’s, and youth apparel.
• Drive new product development, from concept to market, ensuring alignment with performance, fit, and functional needs of athletes.
• Research and analyze current sports apparel trends, competitive products, and emerging technologies to identify new opportunities.
• Collaborate with designers, material developers, and suppliers to achieve the highest level of performance and quality.
• Manage P&L responsibilities, setting pricing strategies and ensuring profitability.
• Work closely with overseas factories to coordinate production schedules and maintain quality standards.
• Forecast sales trends and work with inventory analysts to optimize stock levels.
• Develop marketing and go-to-market strategies in collaboration with the marketing team.
• Ensure all products meet functional, regulatory, and performance requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 2-3 years of experience in sportswear product management or apparel development.
• Strong background in garment fit, silhouettes, and performance-driven apparel design.
• Experience in the sports industry—working with athletes, teams, or performance brands.
• Exceptional ability to balance creativity with data-driven decision-making.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams, including design, development, and marketing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, or Business preferred
• Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier meetings, product launches, and industry events.

Perks:

We are proud to offer eligible employees a full-range of benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage, 401k, Profit Sharing, paid time off, holidays, and payment toward gym membership fees.