Sr. Manager, Marketplace Program Management

Patagonia is a globally recognized outdoor apparel company known for its commitment to environmental sustainability, quality products, and innovative marketing strategies. As a leader in the outdoor industry, Patagonia prides itself on its purpose-driven approach, emphasizing responsible business practices, strong brand values, and enriching customer experiences. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture aimed at delivering exceptional integrated marketing programs that reflect its brand ethos and environmental mission. Patagonia’s Global Program Management team plays a critical role in aligning strategy, planning, and execution across multiple marketing and operational initiatives, consistently supporting the company’s goal of engaging customers through impactful storytelling and brand expression.

The Sr. Manager, Marketplace Program Management at Patagonia is a key leadership role responsible for directing the Marketplace Program Management practice within the Global Program Management team. This position involves leading a skilled team of project managers to effectively plan, coordinate, and deliver integrated marketing programs focused on Marketplace priorities. Located in Ventura, CA with a hybrid schedule, this role offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $159,000 USD annually, with the potential for a broader placement within the full salary range based on experience and skills.

In this role, the Sr. Manager will oversee the development and maintenance of an integrated Marketplace roadmap that aligns business priorities, cross-functional initiatives, and resource allocation. They will translate strategic insights and roadmaps into seasonal operational plans that ensure smooth workflows, clear ownership, and effective coordination across all Marketplace channels. The role demands advanced expertise in print production and fabrication, including color management, press-ready file preparation, proofing standards, and vendor coordination to guarantee consistency and brand integrity across printed assets.

This position requires close collaboration with Product, Marketing, Creative, and Program Leads to balance work sequencing, team capacity, and evolving priorities. The Sr. Manager drives transparency and clarity for cross-functional teams, supporting high-quality marketing outcomes and enhanced in-store customer experiences. From early strategic planning and seasonal marketing to delivery across Retail, Wholesale, Tradeshows, and Showrooms, this leader ensures cohesive storytelling, brand alignment, and accountability throughout Marketplace programs.

The Sr. Manager will champion innovation, quality, and impact by leveraging deep technical knowledge and industry expertise while proactively identifying risks and bottlenecks. The role further includes standardizing reporting dashboards to measure effectiveness, providing regular communication and forecasting, and promoting continuous improvement of work management tools and processes. A critical component of the role is managing and developing team members through coaching, fostering an accountable and inclusive culture, and acting as the primary contact for Marketplace initiatives across North America and global regions.

This position is ideal for a seasoned program management professional who thrives in dynamic, cross-functional environments and is passionate about integrated marketing, strategic storytelling, and sustainability. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership ability, strategic thinking, effective communication, and a reflective mindset that embraces diverse perspectives. Patagonia’s commitment to environmental purpose and innovative marketing provides a unique opportunity for impactful work that aligns business success with meaningful cultural and ecological contributions.