Senior Product Manager

About Kathmandu…

Kathmandu is a leading global outdoor brand whose journey began in Aotearoa, New Zealand in 1987. We believe out there is where we thrive. It liberates, challenges, and inspires us. Our gear is built to empower, so more people can embrace adventure. It's tested in New Zealand's wildest conditions — because if it performs here, it can handle anywhere. As a proud certified B Corp, we prioritise people and planet in everything we do — out of respect for the natural world that inspires us. Our pioneering approach to sustainable innovation ensures every product is built to perform and made with a lighter impact on the environment.

We've been out there for almost 40 years living our best lives. Now you can too. Join us on our mission to improve the wellbeing of the world through the great outdoors.

About the Role...

We're on the lookout for a strategic and passionate Senior Product Manager – Equipment to join our Product team, based at the NZ Support Office. This is a key leadership role responsible for shaping the vision and strategy of Kathmandu's hardgoods range—driving innovation, consumer connection, and commercial success across New Zealand and Australia.

You'll lead cross-functional teams to bring products from concept to shelf, manage the full lifecycle, and mentor junior product managers—all while keeping the customer at the heart of every decision.

What You'll Be Doing …

Product Strategy & Execution

• Define and deliver long-term product strategies and seasonal line plans for hardgoods.
• Align product roadmaps with brand goals, market trends, and consumer insights.
• Identify growth opportunities through competitive analysis and user feedback.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead collaboration across Design, Development, Sourcing, and Marketing teams.
• Partner with Merchandising and Commercial teams to ensure global alignment.

Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the full product lifecycle—from concept to retirement.
• Optimise SKU productivity, pricing strategies, and margins.

Consumer & Market Insights

• Conduct market research to inform product decisions.
• Stay ahead of outdoor industry trends, technologies, and consumer behaviours.

Team Development

• Mentor junior product managers and associate PLMs.
• Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team culture.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' experience in Product Management, Merchandising, or a related field—ideally in outdoor or sporting goods.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM systems.
• A passion for innovation, sustainability, and the outdoor lifestyle.
• Availability to travel internationally as required.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands

At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.

We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone.

We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to
Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us.

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Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.