Mountain Hardwear · 1 week ago
Lead Global Product Line Manager, Equipment
Richmond, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $176K/yr
5+ years expMountain Hardwear is a company focused on outdoor equipment, and they are seeking a Lead Global Product Line Manager for their equipment category. The role involves driving product strategies, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful execution of product line plans to meet consumer needs and drive profitability.
ApparelSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Take the lead in driving the equipment category and creating seasonal product strategies
Execute on the development of seasonal line plans and ensure successful Go-to-Market activities globally
Lead the cross-functional teams to develop and drive the execution of the aligned vision of the product line that meets the needs of the consumer while driving profitable growth
Guide and influence cross-functional team members to drive product excellence and team performance that drives company growth initiatives around the globe
Manage the seasonal assortment data, analyzing market information, and keeping the go-to-market tools current and accurate
Work closely with the rest of Product Management, Sales, Direct-to-Consumer, and Marketing teams to ensure the merchandising and product direction is executed
Champion a product's introduction from conception through go-to-market launch and act as the communication liaison on all details pertaining to the product line
Support the efforts in the creation and execution of the mid- and long-term strategies for the business
Contribute through business, marketplace, and consumer research and analysis identifying opportunities to grow the business long term
Work cross-functionally and needs partnership and the support from key stakeholders in Design, Finance, Planning, Marketing, Sales, and Manufacturing to ensure priorities are aligned
Build the bottom-up seasonal line plan for a portion of the business
Ensure line plan creation results in the meeting or exceeding of revenue and productivity metrics and aligns with brand vision while meeting the needs of customers across the globe
Participate and support the team's efforts across all global waypoints and Go-to-Market activities
Play a key role for the business's cross-functional product teams
Provide mentorship and guidance to the overall team
Partner with other functional peers to ensure teams are executing on the direction and priorities of the business and holds teams accountable
Identify best practices in order to improve communication, operational efficiency, process, tools, and sustain seamless working relationships
Provide commercial support for the US marketplace
Help to create and execute marketplace segmentation for their business that maximizes business opportunities across Wholesale, DTC, and eCommerce channels in the US marketplace
Partner with Sales teams to ensure full alignment in product and pricing architecture that reflects the relevant marketplace
Support the Sales team's efforts in creating sell-in assets and attend pre-line and other key-account meetings in representing the product assortment
Ensure assortment tools have correct product details and are cross-functionally distributed
Enter, update and maintain all data in PDM as well as Line Plan worksheets, and Line Architecture Tools
Ensure timely communication with cross-functional team on changes/shifts
Ensure the accuracy of the style and product line information in internal systems throughout the creation process
Participate in team meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings to assure strong communication on all process and product related issues
Partner with Marketing to disseminate information aiding in the creation of marketing collateral for distribution
Lead select product presentations with Marketing and Sales
Help ensure critical gates and dates in the process are met, data/updates are coordinated and fulfilled timely and per deadlines as assigned
Participate in regional market trips and provide marketplace insights
Initiate seasonal hind sighting and assortment analytics
Understand the assigned marketplace, including regional differences across diverse channels of distribution
Qualification
Required
5-8 years of experience working with data and systems or bachelor's degree in relevant field (Marketing, Business, Fashion)
2-4 years of work experience in product line management, preferably with equipment or hard goods
Strong attention to details and a stickler for accuracy
Ability to multi-task, organize, and have excellent time management
Strong ability to work in multiple seasons across multiple channels at any given time
Preferred
5-8 years of experience with Merchandising is preferred but not required
PLM or other product management systems preferred, but not required
Benefits
401k plan plus a generous company match
Medical, dental, vision, life Insurance
Disability
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
An assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services)
EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services
Extensive wellness benefits
Employee discounts
Generous time off program
Company
Mountain Hardwear
Mountain Hardwear creates performance apparel and equipment to support outdoor athletes.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2003-04-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Kathryn Luna, MNA
Sr. Brand Marketing Specialist - Community & Partnerships
RyLee McGill
Principal Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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2025-07-31
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