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Holland Partner Group

Project Manager I

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

Develop, coordinate, and manage project planning and scheduling. * Assist in negotiating and ... Design-Build and jobsite experience is preferred. A Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in a related ...

Holland Residential LLC

Project Manager I

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Develop, coordinate, and manage project planning and scheduling. * Assist in negotiating and ... Design-Build and jobsite experience is preferred. A Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in a related ...

Jockey International, Inc.

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey ... Promote awareness and excitement to grow Jockey Rewards ® membership. * Assist in driving all ...

Jockey

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey ... Promote awareness and excitement to grow Jockey Rewards ® membership. * Assist in driving all ...

Jockey

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To give back wholeheartedly. Founded in 1876, Jockey ... Promote awareness and excitement to grow Jockey Rewards ® membership. * Assist in driving all ...

Express

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in ... and customers. Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP. Provide a Great ...

Express & Bonobos

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in ... * Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP. * Provide a Great Customer ...

Express

Sales Associate

Woodburn, OR · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in ... * Assist with product launch changes according to company SOP. * Provide a Great Customer ...

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How much do assistant apparel design jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant apparel design in Oregon is $47,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,413.00 and $55,854.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant apparel designer?

Assistant Apparel Designers support the design team in creating clothing collections by preparing sketches, sourcing fabrics, organizing samples, and coordinating with manufacturers. They help turn creative concepts into finished garments by assisting in the design process, tracking trends, and handling administrative tasks. This entry-level role is ideal for those looking to build a career in the fashion industry and gain hands-on experience in apparel creation.

What are some typical challenges faced by an assistant apparel designer in their daily work?

Assistant Apparel Designers often juggle multiple tasks, such as creating tech packs, assisting with sample reviews, and updating design boards, all while adhering to tight deadlines. Balancing creative input with technical requirements and feedback from senior designers can be challenging, especially during peak production cycles. Additionally, collaborating across teams—including pattern makers, merchandisers, and production staff—requires strong communication and organizational skills to ensure design concepts are accurately realized.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant apparel designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Apparel Designer, you need a strong understanding of fashion design principles, garment construction, and proficiency in sketching, often supported by a relevant degree in fashion or design. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD systems, as well as knowledge of fabric sourcing, is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you collaborate effectively with design teams and interpret trends. These skills are crucial for supporting the design process, ensuring product quality, and contributing innovative ideas in a competitive fashion industry.

What is the difference between Assistant Apparel Design vs Apparel Designer?

AspectAssistant Apparel DesignApparel Designer
CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant coursework, some experienceBachelor's degree in fashion design or related field, more experience
Work EnvironmentSupportive team setting, design studios, fashion housesLeading design projects, creating original collections, client presentations
ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sketches, fabric selection, trend researchConcept development, designing garments, overseeing production

Assistant Apparel Design roles focus on supporting the design team with research and preparatory tasks, while Apparel Designers lead the creative process and develop original collections. Both roles require a background in fashion or design, but the Designer position involves more responsibility and creative input.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Apparel Design job openings in Oregon as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,456 per year, or $22.8 per hour.

Principal Product Line Manager, Women's Footwear

Portland, OR • On-site

Columbia Sportswear Company
Apparel and Accessories Stores • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Columbia Sportswear rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 105 rated fashion retailers

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 SOREL Principal Product Line Manager owns the Women's is a "voice of confidence" within the footwear creation engine. You lead and inspire with the aim of delivering functional and distinct product solutions to consumers around the world. You will join an invigorated creation engine, curating and managing key women's products through an authentic SOREL lens. This position manages multiple projects with unique distribution needs each season and leads by example of respect, clear communication, timely decision-making, accountability, and a triad-centered way of working.
You will work to brief category-specific products to the triad and drive to target costs and margin targets. You have a keen understanding of footwear materials and build, and a sharp product eye required in design reviews and prototype reviews. You will work with your product management team to share insights, socialize ideas and work together under clear brand strategy as you own the expertise of your dedicated category.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
  • You have a clear passion for footwear, curiosity of insights and an analytical, diplomatic and collaborative approach to product creation.
  • Working alongside design and development, you will be responsible for achieving set target margins at a product and category level.
  • Assist in proofing product line needs including sales tools such as catalogs, components, hang tags, Point of Purchase (P.O.P), packaging and label/logo information.
  • Spearhead preparation for key milestone meetings, working in collaboration with your product management team to build compelling and accurate presentations.
  • Build strong cross-functional relationships with merchandising, sales, marketing and planning to help facilitate on-time and on-target product launches.
  • Assist in the product preparation process for key retailers, internal stakeholders and sales representatives.
  • Drive seasonal product briefs in accordance with brand, category and strategy.
  • Manage and maintain inputs to system data with timeliness and accuracy.

YOU ARE
  • Able to apply your consumer pulse, trend information, and analytical inputs to drive a vision that brings life and innovation to our men's category.
  • Be a knowledgeable resource, providing ongoing category product input to merchandising and creation partners.
  • Comfortable presenting to internal and external key-stakeholders
  • Detail oriented, organized and strong time-management skills respecting the seasonal product calendars and cross-functional collaboration needs.

YOU HAVE
  • BS or master's degree or applicable in Business, Product Management or Product Development, or related field, with 8 years of relative hands-on experience
  • 8+ current years of experience in the apparel, outdoor or fashion industry.
  • Excellent presentation and people management skills
  • Ability to manage team in high workflow, high-pressure environment
  • Strong knowledge of global GTM processes, QT manufacturing and operations capabilities
  • Self-motivated with strong sense of urgency
  • Strong and proven interpersonal skills for building relationships with internal and external partners
  • High level of leadership and management skills including strategic thinking, communication, problem solving, negotiation, people development, technical design, and process management
  • Experienced in working with offshore factories and knowledge of apparel manufacturing processes
  • Partners to achieve goal despite barriers or difficulties; actively works to overcome obstacles/changing strategies
  • Ability to travel domestically and globally >20% of the year

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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. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. 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 AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

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Columbia Sportswear Company and our portfolio of brands, including Columbia, SOREL, Mountain Hardwear and prAna, know a thing or two about adventures. After all, we've been on one since 1938, working to perfect the art of enjoying the outdoors. Behind everything we make is an employee who's found that the greatest adventure starts with joining a company that strives to do the right thing.

Industry

Apparel and accessories stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Portland, OR, US

Year founded

1938

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