From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide, Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work.
Myer is a place for finding life-long friendships, a safe space with a big heart. Here, you’re encouraged to be yourself, share your ideas and are entrusted to deliver your very best.
About the role :
* Oversee the development and execution for Myer's Womenswear Exclusive Brand GRAB
* Develop and execute our Myer Exclusive Brands in line with our brand DNA including order placement, financial performance of the business, and end-to-end management of the production cycle.
* Research product trends, advancements, and competitive landscape to improve sales including identifying and determining key trends and providing direction on which trends are brand relevant.
* Effectively negotiate cost prices with our suppliers to drive product profitability.
* Ensure that quality assurance and compliance requirements are consistently met or exceeded.
* Identify and recommend the most appropriate marketing and communications approach to sell the current portfolio in line with the Myer Strategy.
* Work closely with the planning team to determine assortment plans, conduct PSA, and assist in building the product strategy.
* Establish strong supplier relationships and apply negotiation skills to achieve optimal trading terms that deliver commercial targets.
* Maintain solid competitor and trend analysis to remain relevant and build a range to suit the market and Myer customer segmentation.
About you :
* Solid experience in product development across denim and casualwear is essential.
* Strong business and financial acumen combined with a thorough understanding of product, retail systems, and processes is also essential.
* Tertiary education in a relevant degree such as in fashion textiles, merchandise management, marketing, business, or commerce.
* Ability to plan and prioritise own workload to effectively and consistently deliver on individual and team objectives.
* Strong understanding of the manufacturing process.
* Advanced understanding of the market, customer segmentation, trends, and competitive landscape.
* Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead and influence leaders at a senior level.
* Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and mentor a medium-sized team.
* Experienced in trend forecasting.
* Detailed knowledge of product development and price architecture to optimise product profitability.
* Ability to communicate effectively with the team and role model teamwork and collaboration.
Benefits to you :
* A great culture and supportive team environment.
* Scope for career development into leadership roles.
* Invitations to sample sales and silent auctions.
Aust. Working Rights : To be eligible to apply for this job, you must have Australian working rights.
Equal Opp. Employer : We pride ourselves on the diversity of the people who work at Myer, representing the community in which we serve.
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