Product Manager

Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation of 20 days starting year 1

Parental leave

Wellness initiatives

Exclusive employee discounts

Leadership and career development programs

Company bonus

Job summary

Fisher & Paykel Appliances, Inc. is seeking a results-driven Product Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to enhance profitability across product categories. Key responsibilities include leading product initiatives and managing stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in consumer goods, excellent communication skills, and strong financial acumen. Benefits include competitive health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and a salary range of $95,000 to $118,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in consumer goods or CPG industries.
• Track record of managing cross-functional product launches.
• Ability to drive informed commercial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead product line initiatives, including new product introductions.
• Manage stakeholder engagement across multiple channels.
• Track product line performance and report to management.

Skills

Product or Category Management experience

Financial acumen and analytical capabilities

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Education

Undergraduate degree or relevant qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Role

Fisher & Paykel is looking for a results-driven and commercially motivated Product Manager to join our team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be accountable for delivering profitable growth across assigned product categories, partnering closely with global and local teams to deliver outstanding product outcomes. You will be the recognized subject matter expert for your product portfolio, deeply understanding the market, the customer, and the competitive landscape to shape strategy and deliver results.

Strategic Planning & Execution

Lead the planning and execution of product line initiatives, including new product introductions, portfolio optimization, and pricing strategies aligned with global imperatives. Manage cross‑functional stakeholder engagement across Retail, Builder, Marketing, Operations, Customer Experience, and Sales Enablement channels. Track and report on product line performance and initiatives to Executive Management and cross‑functional partners locally and globally.

Product Line Management

Serve as the category subject matter expert, maintaining a deep understanding of the product portfolio, brand positioning, and pricing strategies. Monitor the competitive landscape (retail and builder channels) and proactively identify and respond to market changes. Lead portfolio optimization, advocate for high-performing products and phase out low-performing products in line with Fisher & Paykel's strategic and financial goals. Collaborate with Marketing to ensure seamless execution of product strategy across all customer touchpoints. Partner with Operations to manage order phasing and forecasting for new launches and existing models. Provide regular and robust market insights to Global Product Line teams, including opportunities and recommendations for new products or enhancements. Ensure all product activities comply with applicable state and federal regulations.

New Product Introductions

Project manage new product introductions (NPIs) end-to-end across in-market channels. Coordinate with Global Product Managers and in-market teams to maximize the impact of new product launches. Oversee NPI market set-up administration and quarterly pricing workstreams.

Leadership & Influence

Act as the trusted category subject matter expert and a passionate advocate for the Fisher & Paykel brand locally. Represent and advocate for the USA market with global cross-functional collaborators. Influence and engage senior stakeholders at both local and global levels.

Health & Safety

Take all practicable steps to ensure personal safety and the safety of others in the workplace. Comply fully with all Health & Safety legislation, regulations, and company policies. Report all hazards and incidents promptly.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5+ years of Product or Category Management experience within consumer goods or CPG industries, with a proven track record of successfully managing cross‑functional product launches to market.
• Undergraduate degree, or other relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities, with the ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to drive informed commercial decisions.
• Deep understanding of product line levers required to deliver profitable growth and a world-class, end-to-end customer experience.
• Proven project management skills across multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders, keeping plans current and visible.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills, working effectively with local and global Marketing, Product Management, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, and Product Development teams.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills — clear, concise, and impactful.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Office Suite, with the ability to quickly adopt new systems and tools.
• Commercial awareness of trade practices, regulations, and legislation at state and federal levels.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation/time off: Hourly roles accrue 20 days of paid vacation starting year 1; exempt roles are eligible for the TAYN policy. 12 company holidays per year.
• Parental leave: 26 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible return to work with reduced hours at full pay, and four weeks of paid leave for partners.
• Wellness initiatives: Fuel Up Fridays, a company‑paid subscription to Calm, No‑Meeting Fridays, and personalized healthcare support.
• Exclusive employee discounts on all F&P products.
• Leadership and career development programs.
• Company bonus.
• Base salary range: $95,000 – $118,000 (guideline).

Fisher & Paykel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.