Senior Product Manager

Blue Bottle Coffee

. Develop regional category strategies based on Blue Bottle's global category strategy, leading successful new product launches and delivering commercial performance in the U.S.

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $166,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product management and marketing, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional initiatives and leveraging consumer insights to drive product strategies. Proven ability to manage the full product lifecycle and deliver exceptional guest experiences in the premium consumer market.

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Product ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipCommercial StrategyProject ManagementConsumer Insights

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Hard Skills

Product Lifecycle ManagementCategory ManagementMarket Strategy DevelopmentProduct PositioningCommercialization

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInfluencing SkillsBias Toward Action

Industry Keywords

Premium Consumer BrandsHospitalityRetailFood and BeverageMarket Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop regional category strategies based on Blue Bottle's global category strategy, leading successful new product launches and delivering commercial performance in the U.S. market
Drive cross-functional project execution and continuous process improvement
Coordinate teams across the organization to efficiently bring new products and initiatives to market
Lead product positioning and commercialization by defining product concepts, value propositions, differentiators, target audiences, and go-to-market strategies
Manage the full product lifecycle, from launch and optimization through expansion, evolution, and retirement
Leverage consumer, market, and competitive insights to identify opportunities, shape product strategies, and recommend actions that strengthen the brand and business
Lead strategic cross-functional initiatives supporting key business priorities and long-term growth
Serve as the connective tissue between Product Development, Brand Marketing, and key business partners
Report to the U.S. Head of Product & Experience
Adapt global strategies for the U.S. market and share insights, performance, and opportunities to shape future global innovation
Build exceptional guest experiences and strong commercial outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in product management, product marketing, category management, brand marketing, or commercial strategy within premium consumer, hospitality, retail, or food and beverage brands
Experience leading products or category initiatives from concept through commercialization and lifecycle management
A proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives involving Product Development, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance
Strong commercial acumen with experience using consumer insights, business performance, and market trends to shape product and marketing decisions
Experience partnering effectively with global organizations while adapting strategies for local market success
Outstanding project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust across functions and levels
A collaborative leadership style, exceptional organizational skills, and a bias toward action
A genuine passion for exceptional coffee, hospitality, and creating products and experiences that people love
Employees are required to be based within 50 miles of the San Francisco Bay Area
Participation in E-Verify and authorization to work in the U.S. as described in the posting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees starting on your first day
Best-in-class coffee training and continuing education
Free membership into the Specialty Coffee Association of America and discounts on events (including Expos and Championships)
401(k) plan
Paid time off & paid volunteer hours
50% discount on all products, both online and in-cafe; this includes food, beverages, whole-bean coffee, and merchandise
Flexible spending account & commuter benefits
Employee Assistance Program