Job no: 943430
Work type: Permanent / Full time
Location: Support Office - Docklands
In alignment with the Myer Merchandise strategy, as a Sourcing & Production Manager for Womenswear, you will liaise with suppliers and nominated fabric mills to conduct thorough cost analyses, negotiate pricing, and manage all order bookings. You will ensure Myer achieves sales and profit targets through the management of the production process in line with the Critical Time Path and agreed budget.
About the Opportunity
- Develop and update the Critical Time Path (CTP) in consultation and agreement with the Designers and Product Development team.
- Ensure CTP is met through management of team capacity and addressing any issues or delays immediately.
- Ensure all deliveries are on track and follow up and negotiate when necessary.
- Place and negotiate best costs for all orders in conjunction with buyer to achieve company target.
- Liaise with suppliers to ensure a thorough cost analysis and negotiation for all orders.
- Manage negotiation and bookings with nominated fabric mills.
- Oversee the review of weekly WIP document between factory and Sourcing Specialist/ PDAs to ensure the products are develop on time and follow up on all queries.
- Work alongside with ethical sourcing team to ensure supplier complies to Myer framework.
- Lead team to high performance through regular and effective coaching, feedback, mentoring and training and development opportunities
About you
- At least 15 years sourcing and production experience with overseas suppliers, specifically in Asia,
- Experience working with direct suppliers and shifting business from agent and own buying offices,
- Demonstrated capability of handling complex negotiations,
- Ability to drive strong cross-functional engagement with both internal and external teams,
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in apparel sourcing and production,
- High level of proficiency in apparel product costing,
- Excellent interpersonal skills dealing with buyers and suppliers.
Benefits to you:
- Generous Team Member discounts on all Myer products
- Work flexibly from home and our Support Office based in Docklands
- A supportive leadership team
- Service Recognition and Inspirational People Awards
- Ongoing training and development for your career progression
- The opportunity to be a part of and contribute to the Myer growth strategy
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”.
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 Standard Time
