Job no: 942616
Work type: Limited Tenure
Location: Support Office - Docklands
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. Some might even say it feels like being “right at home”
- 12 Month Fixed Term contract
- Oversee the development and execution for Myer's Womenswear Exclusive Brand GRAB
- Work party remotely and partly from our Support Office based in Docklands
In alignment with the Myer Merchandise Strategy, we are looking for an experienced Product Developer (known in our organisation as a Category Buyer Developer) to develop and execute a category plan that delivers a compelling and profitable merchandise range. This role is accountable for the end-to-end management including financial performance for your category.
About the role:
- 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 identify 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 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 lead and to 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
- Generous employee discount
- Scope for career development into leadership roles
- Invitations to sample sales and silent auctions
Here, you’re not only an employee. You’re a valued Team Member with real dreams that we want to help you chase, no matter how big or small. At Myer, we’re all about making your work life meaningful. We want you to experience life’s special moments fully, which is why we take pride in offering balance and flexible options to get you to where you want to be.
Wherever you are and wherever you’re going, we’ll meet you there and get you to your destination. With your enthusiasm and our support, we’re fully committed to helping you thrive and flourish. The future lies in your hands.
Welcome Home!
Aust. Working Rights: To be eligible to apply for this job, you must have Australian working rights. For further information contact the Australian Department of Immigration.
Equal Opp. Employer: We pride ourselves on the diversity of the people who work at Myer, representing the community in which we serve.
Agency note: Myer Pty Ltd does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. Any candidates submitted in an unsolicited manner, will be considered a direct candidate application to Myer and no fee will be payable.
Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
