Full-Time

Product Manager

KEEN Footwear

KEEN Footwear

501-1,000 employees

Designs and sells outdoor footwear

Compensation Overview

$140.9k - $148.8k/yr

Portland, OR, USA

In Person

Category
Product (1)
Required Skills
LLM
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related discipline required.
Responsibilities
  • Partners with cross-functional teams (SMEs, Data/ML, Security, Vendors) to transform successful pilots into scalable enterprise solutions.
  • Manages thoughtful rollouts of enterprise AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT Enterprise and function-specific assistants) with strong onboarding, training, and communications.
  • Partners with P&C to co-design learning experiences, including prompt libraries, workflow templates, and other training and education materials.
  • Operates KEEN’s AI governance process—conduct risk assessments, oversee usage policies, and apply human-in-the-loop controls.
  • Chairs the AI Tools Review Huddle with IT, Info-sec, Legal and P&C to evaluate new tools and monitor compliance.
  • Champions and evolves the Responsible Use of AI @ KEEN guidelines, ensuring alignment with our sustainability and social values.
  • Stays current with emerging AI technologies, pricing models, and best practices—continuously refreshing KEEN’s roadmap to balance innovation and responsibility.
  • Define and track adoption, efficiency, and satisfaction metrics; publish a quarterly AI Impact Report.
  • Leads the vision and roadmap for KEEN’s internal AI tools and experiences, balancing usability, governance, and measurable impact.
  • Translates AI concepts into practical business solutions and product requirements that drive value across teams.
  • Builds and maintains a portfolio of AI pilot programs across functions— establish goals, success metrics, and clear scale/sunset criteria.

KEEN is a footwear brand that makes outdoor shoes and lifestyle products with a strong focus on values and social responsibility. Its offerings include versatile, durable shoes designed for outdoor activities, starting with the Newport sandal and the concept of Hybrid footwear that blends rugged performance with everyday use. The company explains how its products work through practical design: sturdy uppers, protective toe caps, and comfort-focused soles built to handle hiking, walking, and various outdoor adventures. KEEN distinguishes itself from competitors by tying its products to a mission—activating communities, protecting natural places, and giving back—rather than relying only on product features. Its goal is to become the most trusted outdoor footwear and lifestyle brand in the world, helping people enjoy outdoor experiences while supporting environmental stewardship.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Portland, Oregon

Founded

2003

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What believers are saying

  • Kentucky factory boosts US production and distribution since 2026.
  • Jasper KM Lite released May 1 expands gorpcore colorways.
  • Collabs with Eastlogue and Madhappy tap lifestyle markets.

What critics are saying

  • Jasper KM Lite cannibalizes Jasper Suede sales within 3 months.
  • Salomon erodes niche with better cushioning in 6 months.
  • Chinese clones on Temu crush pricing by Q3 2026.

What makes KEEN Footwear unique

  • KEEN Jasper KM Lite uses KEEN.FUSION heat-binding without chemicals.
  • Trampoleen cushioning provides bouncy comfort in climbing-inspired design.
  • 100% vegan with Better Cotton and LWG gold-rated materials.

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Company News

PR Newswire
Jun 10th, 2025
Arc'Teryx Named Rei Co-Op'S All-Around Vendor Partner Of The Year For 2025

KEEN, Vuori, Gregory and Atomic also recognized as leaders in the categories of footwear, apparel, outdoor hardgoods, and action sports SEATTLE, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op gathered its vendor community today to celebrate its Vendor Partner of the Year awards. The annual program recognizes brands that make significant contributions in product innovation and performance, progressive and efficient business practices, experiences with REI customers and staff, and doing the right thing for people and planet. Arc'teryx won the all-around Vendor Partner of the Year award. KEEN, Vuori, Gregory and Atomic were recognized as leaders in the categories of footwear, apparel, outdoor hardgoods, and action sports respectively

Backpackers.com
Apr 8th, 2025
KEEN's New Newport Sandals Make Waves as Outdoor Bestsellers

Outdoor footwear leader KEEN has once again set the bar high with its latest best-selling release - the Newport H2 Sandals, now available in Men's Wide Fit and Women's Original Fit styles.

The Manual
Mar 26th, 2025
KEEN and Eastlogue unveil a chic, outdoor-ready sneaker

Taking on their climbing-inspired sneaker, KEEN has joined forces with South Korean label, Eastlogue, for a chic and performance-based sneaker.

Trend Hunter
Mar 4th, 2025
Collaborative Comfort-Forward Shoes

KEEN, renowned for its hybrid footwear, has partnered with Madhappy, an LA-based brand focused on mental health and positivity, to create a product that blends physical comfort with a positive message.

KEEN Footwear
Oct 29th, 2024
Happy 30th, Leave No Trace!

KEEN, Inc. has partnered with Leave No Trace since 2008, donating over $550,000 to help fund educational programs, research, and outreach efforts that spread the message of responsible outdoor ethics.