We seek only the best candidates who are passionate brand ambassadors and determined to contribute to our team's performance. We are always on the look-out for dedicated, fashion forward and like-minded individuals!
Apply now Job no: 783758
Work type: Full time
Location: Melbourne - Central
Categories: Merchandising - Product
About Dotti Dotti believes that fashion is meant to be fun! We regularly scout the high streets around the globe to provide fresh outfit inspiration to make sure you feel as if the world is your own personal catwalk. Dotti is part of Australia most successful retail giants 'The Just Group', consisting of 7 brands – Jacqui E, Jay Jays, Just Jeans, Peter Alexander, Portmans and Smiggle.
About the Role Join our high performing Dotti buying team as a Product Manager! This key position is responsible for understanding the Brand target market, designing and developing commercial product consistent with seasonal trends and direction in order to achieve revenue and gross profit targets. Reporting to the Merchandise Manager, this full-time role based at our Support Office on St Kilda Road, Melbourne will see you responsible for the overall performance of the buyership across Australia and New Zealand.
Responsibilities Build and execute the range from the ground upManage the garment development process including appropriate selection of fabric, trims, blocks, colour and washesDevelop buying plans which engage our customerBenchmark our competitors in order to continually inspect and optimise our product rangeResearch trends, product innovation & competitorsNegotiate with the supply base to deliver value for money, quality products that achieve product margin targetsLiaise with our direct suppliers across a number of countriesManage the critical path and production planAchieve budgeted sales and margin through continuous review of performance, market opportunities and product trendsConstantly review performance and future range inspirations to proactively drive the brand's competitive edge Skills & Experience Proven buying and product development experience within womenswear Demonstrated experience in managing production and the critical pathExperience of dealing with direct vendors across multiple geographiesAbility to work using open costing models and forensic attention to detailCommercial acumen and negotiation skillsHighly developed strategic planning capabilities & a solid critical path managerProven leadership and team management skillsConfident in understanding budgets and margin calculationsAdaptable approach with the ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment Ability to develop strong stakeholder relationshipsGenerous discount across all of our 7 brands, and access to sample sales across all brandsCentral office location based on St Kilda Road, with direct access to Fawkner ParkWork closely within a high-performing and supportive team in a collaborative and fun environmentEngage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growthExperience working for an international company with 7 iconic Australian brandsCoffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite caféBring your dog to work!This is a fantastic opportunity to join our established and highly successful team. If this sounds like the role for you - apply now!
Advertised: 12 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders, past, present and emerging.
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