Product Line Manager, Mountain Essentials

Patagonia; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Leave of absence

Job summary

Patagonia, Inc. in Ventura, CA is seeking a Product Line Manager for Mountain Essentials. This hybrid role leads the seasonal cross‑functional team to create a globally relevant product line, balancing revenue with environmental impact and brand values.

You will own the line plan, drive go‑to‑market, and translate consumer insights into impactful products. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in product management or merchandising, strong PLM experience, and proven collaboration across design,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product management, merchandising, or related field.
• Experience owning a product line, preferably Mountain Essentials.
• Strong understanding of product development and go-to-market processes.
• Demonstrated ability to translate consumer insights into product decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mountain Essentials product line strategy to meet revenue, margin, and market share goals while aligning to brand and environmental objectives.
• Direct cross-functional teams through the seasonal Go-To-Market process, setting priorities and execution.
• Develop and communicate product briefs to design, development, and marketing teams.
• Maintain line plans including assortment, pricing, and product details in PLM systems.
• Partner with design and development to ensure consumer needs and margin targets are met.
• Lead presentations with global sales channels, buyers, and partners to inform direction.

Skills

Product management

Merchandising

Go-to-market

PLM systems

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

PLM software

Job description

## Product Line Manager, Mountain EssentialsApplylocations: Ventura Headquarterstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JOB-REQ-11622**Role:** Product Line Manager, Mountain Essentials **Team:** Climb & Mountain Essentials**Scope:** Individual Contributor, P3**Years of Experience:** 5+**Location:** Ventura, CA (Hybrid)As the Product Line Manager for the Mountain Essentials category, you will leverage your understanding of the brand, business, and marketplace to develop and deliver a globally relevant product line that drives responsible growth—balancing revenue and margin with environmental impact.You will translate insights from the Mountain Essentials consumer, competitive landscape, and evolving market trends into a strategic assortment of durable, functional, and purpose-driven products. Working cross-functionally with design, development, and marketing, you will lead the seasonal product creation process—ensuring that product intent is clear, execution is aligned, and the final line reflects both craft and conviction.Your role is critical in shaping product that not only meets the needs of our global customers, but also reinforces Patagonia’s commitment to building the best product while causing no unnecessary harm.**What You’ll Do*** Deliver a globally relevant Mountain Essentials product line that meets revenue, gross margin, and market share goals while aligning to brand and environmental objectives* Lead the cross-functional product team through the seasonal Go-To-Market process, driving workflow, priorities, and execution* Develop and communicate product briefs to design, development, and marketing teams* Maintain deep understanding of product, competitor, market, and consumer insights within Mountain Essentials* Own and manage the Mountain Essentials line plan, including assortment, pricing, and product details within PLM systems and tools* Partner with design and development to ensure products meet consumer needs, deliver on intent, and achieve cost and margin targets* Drive product creation in alignment with brand design principles and Mountain Essentials consumer needs* Build strong cross-functional relationships and enable teams to execute effectively* Lead presentations and discussions with global sales channels, buyers, and key partners to inform product direction* Create and deliver compelling product storytelling at global line reviews and sales meetings* Develop and manage content strategy for sales and marketing tools to support seasonal launches**Who You Are*** **Leader** — drives alignment and delivers results across cross-functional teams* **Strategic & Tactical** — translates Mountain Essentials insights into actionable product direction* **Influential** — effectively communicates and builds alignment across stakeholders* **Collaborative** — builds strong partnerships across teams and regions* **Analytical** — uses data and insights to inform decisions and drive performance* **Curious** — deeply engaged in the Mountain Essentials market and innovation landscape* **Resilient** — able to navigate complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities* **Mission-Aligned** — integrates purpose and environmental impact into decision-making**Experience You Bring*** 5+ years of experience in product management, merchandising, marketing, or related field* Experience owning a product line or business segment (preferably within Mountain Essentials or adjacent market)* Demonstrate understanding of, curiosity about, or connection to the climbing and mountain community, with the ability to translate consumer insights into meaningful product decisions.* Strong understanding of product development, assortment planning, and go-to-market processes* Experience analyzing market trends, competitor products, and consumer insights* Proven ability to deliver against financial and business targets* Strong communication and presentation skills* Experience working cross-functionally to deliver complex initiatives* Experience with PLM systems and product lifecycle tools**Hiring Range**: $110,000-$115,000 USD AnnualAt Patagonia, pay ranges are assigned to a job based on the location specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget.**Benefits**Patagonia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and leave of absence plans. Benefit plans may vary slightly depending on the nature of your employment.**Workplace Location Overview**This position is Hybrid, with a standard schedule of Tuesday - Thursday on-site and remote work on other days. Occasional additional office visits may be required for team events or critical meetings.