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KEEN is a values led, outdoor footwear brand with a mission to responsibly create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure.  Founded in 2003, KEEN ignited a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport sandal, launching the concept of Hybrid footwear into the market and setting KEEN on a path of driving consistent product innovation that exists today.  As a company, we strive to live by our values, from the products we make to the actions we take, and by activating communities and individuals to protect and preserve the places where we work and play.  We passionately endeavor to live fulfilling lives, challenge the status quo, do good, give back, and inspire others.  Looking ahead, our vision is to be the most trusted outdoor footwear and lifestyle brand in the world. 

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KEEN

Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values driven footwear brand from Portland, Oregon.

You need a bachelor's degree, 12 years in product management in footwear, 5 years in an executive role, P&L experience, strong leadership, market knowledge, and travel availability.

You will define product vision, develop strategies, oversee lifecycle planning, drive P&L, gather market insights, collaborate cross-functionally, mentor your team, and represent the brand at events.

Marketing

Product

Portland

Job Summary The Vice President of Product oversees KEEN’s entire outdoor product portfolio, including Performance, Trail, HybridLife, Kids, and Waterfront categories. This role is critical for driving the vision, strategic execution, and profitability of KEEN’s footwear line globally. The VP collaborates cross-functionally to achieve aggressive growth, maintain category leadership, and ensure on-time product delivery aligned with market demand. This leader drives the entire product lifecycle, from concept through to commercialization, while embodying KEEN’s commitment to sustainable innovation and consumer-driven design. Essential Functions Strategic Vision and Execution * Defines the long-term product vision and roadmap for KEEN’s outdoor footwear categories, ensuring alignment with KEEN’s mission to innovate sustainably and lead in performance and comfort. * Develops comprehensive product line strategies to meet revenue and profitability targets, addressing specific needs in each category (e.g., fast-and-light performance, family-focused outdoor footwear, etc.). * Oversees category-level lifecycle planning, balancing new product introductions with product line extensions and end-of-life strategies. * Drives P&L accountability for each product line, partnering with Finance to ensure financial targets are met. Market and Consumer Insights * Leads the gathering of market data, consumer insights, and competitor intelligence to identify trends, consumer needs, and innovation opportunities across product lines. * Utilizes market research to identify high-growth opportunities and guide the product development process in alignment with KEEN’s fan-first approach. * Serves as a thought leader, representing KEEN’s product vision to both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring that consumer-centric innovation is at the core of every product decision. Cross-Functional Leadership and Risk Management * Collaborates closely with Product Development, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure seamless product development and timely market launch. * Implements robust risk management processes, ensuring that potential supply chain, market, and operational risks are identified and mitigated early in the product lifecycle. * Establishes clear product development milestones and performance metrics, holding cross-functional teams accountable for delivering on time, on budget, and to quality standards. * Act as an executive sponsor for critical product initiatives, maintaining a visible role in project oversight and resource allocation. Financial Management and Profit Optimization * Leads category-level financial planning, including budgeting, pricing strategies, margin targets, and SKU rationalization. * Monitors SKU productivity and profitability, driving continuous improvement to enhance product line efficiency and reduce costs without sacrificing quality. * Supports sales initiatives by providing strategic product guidance for pricing, sell-in strategies, and merchandising plans aimed at maximizing sell-through rates across retail channels. Team Development and Organizational Leadership * Cultivates a high-performing product management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and consumer-focus. * Mentors and develops team members, empowering them with the skills needed for independent decision-making and career growth. * Promotes KEEN’s core values across the organization, advocating for sustainable practices and inclusion within the product management function. Brand Advocacy and Product Promotion * Represents KEEN at key industry events, trade shows, and with key partners, positioning KEEN as an innovator and leader in the outdoor footwear market. * Collaborates with Marketing to enhance product storytelling, emphasizing KEEN’s commitment to “Consciously Created” products that resonate with both consumers and retail partners. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause. Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree required * Master's Degree, MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred * Twelve (12) years in product management, product development, or category management within the footwear or outdoor industry. * Five (5) years in an executive role. Knowlege, Skills And Abilities * Footwear Industry Expertise: Demonstrated success managing the full product lifecycle for diverse footwear categories, with a strong understanding of consumer trends, performance technologies, and sustainable design practices. * P&L Ownership: Proven experience managing P&L, achieving growth targets, and optimizing profitability within complex product portfolios. * Strategic Acumen: Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with experience in translating consumer insights into actionable product plans that meet revenue and market objectives. * Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of guiding high-performing teams and fostering collaboration across multiple functions, including R&D, Marketing, and Sales. * Market and Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of global footwear markets, including retail dynamics, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis. Travel Required: Yes, up to 20% of work time will involve travel to KEEN's global offices, manufacturing facilities, and industry events. Base Salary: $280,000 - $310,000 yearly This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits. Why Work at KEEN: Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place. At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples. KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Job SummaryThe Vice President of Product oversees KEEN’s entire outdoor product portfolio, including Performance, Trail, HybridLife, Kids, and Waterfront categories. This role is critical for driving the vision, strategic execution, and profitability of KEEN’s footwear line globally. The VP collaborates cross-functionally to achieve aggressive growth, maintain category leadership, and ensure on-time product delivery aligned with market demand. This leader drives the entire product lifecycle, from concept through to commercialization, while embodying KEEN’s commitment to sustainable innovation and consumer-driven design.Essential FunctionsStrategic Vision and Execution * Defines the long-term product vision and roadmap for KEEN’s outdoor footwear categories, ensuring alignment with KEEN’s mission to innovate sustainably and lead in performance and comfort. * Develops comprehensive product line strategies to meet revenue and profitability targets, addressing specific needs in each category (e.g., fast-and-light performance, family-focused outdoor footwear, etc.). * Oversees category-level lifecycle planning, balancing new product introductions with product line extensions and end-of-life strategies. * Drives P&L accountability for each product line, partnering with Finance to ensure financial targets are met.      Market and Consumer Insights * Leads the gathering of market data, consumer insights, and competitor intelligence to identify trends, consumer needs, and innovation opportunities across product lines. * Utilizes market research to identify high-growth opportunities and guide the product development process in alignment with KEEN’s fan-first approach. * Serves as a thought leader, representing KEEN’s product vision to both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring that consumer-centric innovation is at the core of every product decision.      Cross-Functional Leadership and Risk Management * Collaborates closely with Product Development, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure seamless product development and timely market launch. * Implements robust risk management processes, ensuring that potential supply chain, market, and operational risks are identified and mitigated early in the product lifecycle. * Establishes clear product development milestones and performance metrics, holding cross-functional teams accountable for delivering on time, on budget, and to quality standards. * Act as an executive sponsor for critical product initiatives, maintaining a visible role in project oversight and resource allocation.      Financial Management and Profit Optimization * Leads category-level financial planning, including budgeting, pricing strategies, margin targets, and SKU rationalization. * Monitors SKU productivity and profitability, driving continuous improvement to enhance product line efficiency and reduce costs without sacrificing quality. * Supports sales initiatives by providing strategic product guidance for pricing, sell-in strategies, and merchandising plans aimed at maximizing sell-through rates across retail channels.      Team Development and Organizational Leadership * Cultivates a high-performing product management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and consumer-focus. * Mentors and develops team members, empowering them with the skills needed for independent decision-making and career growth. * Promotes KEEN’s core values across the organization, advocating for sustainable practices and inclusion within the product management function.      Brand Advocacy and Product Promotion * Represents KEEN at key industry events, trade shows, and with key partners, positioning KEEN as an innovator and leader in the outdoor footwear market. * Collaborates with Marketing to enhance product storytelling, emphasizing KEEN’s commitment to “Consciously Created” products that resonate with both consumers and retail partners.      Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree required * Master's Degree, MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred * Twelve (12) years in product management, product development, or category management within the footwear or outdoor industry. * Five (5) years in an executive role.      Knowlege, Skills And Abilities * Footwear Industry Expertise: Demonstrated success managing the full product lifecycle for diverse footwear categories, with a strong understanding of consumer trends, performance technologies, and sustainable design practices. * P&L Ownership: Proven experience managing P&L, achieving growth targets, and optimizing profitability within complex product portfolios. * Strategic Acumen: Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with experience in translating consumer insights into actionable product plans that meet revenue and market objectives. * Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of guiding high-performing teams and fostering collaboration across multiple functions, including R&D, Marketing, and Sales. * Market and Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of global footwear markets, including retail dynamics, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies      Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.Travel Required: Yes, up to 20% of work time will involve travel to KEEN's global offices, manufacturing facilities, and industry events.Base Salary: $280,000 - $310,000 yearlyThis range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits.Why Work at KEEN: Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

VP, Product (Performance) - KEEN

&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Vice President of Product oversees KEEN’s entire outdoor product portfolio, including Performance, Trail, HybridLife, Kids, and Waterfront categories. This role is critical for driving the vision, strategic execution, and profitability of KEEN’s footwear line globally. The VP collaborates cross-functionally to achieve aggressive growth, maintain category leadership, and ensure on-time product delivery aligned with market demand. This leader drives the entire product lifecycle, from concept through to commercialization, while embodying KEEN’s commitment to sustainable innovation and consumer-driven design.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Essential Functions&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Strategic Vision and Execution&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Defines the long-term product vision and roadmap for KEEN’s outdoor footwear categories, ensuring alignment with KEEN’s mission to innovate sustainably and lead in performance and comfort. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Develops comprehensive product line strategies to meet revenue and profitability targets, addressing specific needs in each category (e.g., fast-and-light performance, family-focused outdoor footwear, etc.).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversees category-level lifecycle planning, balancing new product introductions with product line extensions and end-of-life strategies.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Drives P&amp;amp;L accountability for each product line, partnering with Finance to ensure financial targets are met.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Market and Consumer Insights &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leads the gathering of market data, consumer insights, and competitor intelligence to identify trends, consumer needs, and innovation opportunities across product lines.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Utilizes market research to identify high-growth opportunities and guide the product development process in alignment with KEEN’s fan-first approach.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Serves as a thought leader, representing KEEN’s product vision to both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring that consumer-centric innovation is at the core of every product decision. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Cross-Functional Leadership and Risk Management &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborates closely with Product Development, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure seamless product development and timely market launch.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Implements robust risk management processes, ensuring that potential supply chain, market, and operational risks are identified and mitigated early in the product lifecycle.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Establishes clear product development milestones and performance metrics, holding cross-functional teams accountable for delivering on time, on budget, and to quality standards.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Act as an executive sponsor for critical product initiatives, maintaining a visible role in project oversight and resource allocation.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Financial Management and Profit Optimization &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leads category-level financial planning, including budgeting, pricing strategies, margin targets, and SKU rationalization.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Monitors SKU productivity and profitability, driving continuous improvement to enhance product line efficiency and reduce costs without sacrificing quality.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports sales initiatives by providing strategic product guidance for pricing, sell-in strategies, and merchandising plans aimed at maximizing sell-through rates across retail channels.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Team Development and Organizational Leadership &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cultivates a high-performing product management team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and consumer-focus.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mentors and develops team members, empowering them with the skills needed for independent decision-making and career growth.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Promotes KEEN’s core values across the organization, advocating for sustainable practices and inclusion within the product management function.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Brand Advocacy and Product Promotion &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Represents KEEN at key industry events, trade shows, and with key partners, positioning KEEN as an innovator and leader in the outdoor footwear market.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborates with Marketing to enhance product storytelling, emphasizing KEEN’s commitment to “Consciously Created” products that resonate with both consumers and retail partners.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;em&gt;Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause&lt;/em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor's Degree required&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Master's Degree, MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Twelve (12) years in product management, product development, or category management within the footwear or outdoor industry. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Five (5) years in an executive role.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Knowlege, Skills And Abilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Footwear Industry Expertise: Demonstrated success managing the full product lifecycle for diverse footwear categories, with a strong understanding of consumer trends, performance technologies, and sustainable design practices.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;P&amp;amp;L Ownership: Proven experience managing P&amp;amp;L, achieving growth targets, and optimizing profitability within complex product portfolios.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strategic Acumen: Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with experience in translating consumer insights into actionable product plans that meet revenue and market objectives.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of guiding high-performing teams and fostering collaboration across multiple functions, including R&amp;amp;D, Marketing, and Sales.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Market and Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of global footwear markets, including retail dynamics, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;em&gt;Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Travel Required: &lt;/strong&gt;Yes, up to 20% of work time will involve travel to KEEN's global offices, manufacturing facilities, and industry events.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Base Salary: &lt;/strong&gt;$280,000 - $310,000 yearly&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The actual base salary will depend on numerous factors such as: experience, knowledge and skills, and location. Our base salary is just one component of our competitive total rewards strategy which includes numerous benefits and perks as well as specific health and welfare benefits.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Work at KEEN: &lt;/strong&gt;Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;em&gt;At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.&lt;/em&gt;

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