Junior Product Manager - Just Jeans
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Job no: 781144
Work type: Full time
Location: Melbourne - Central
Categories: Merchandising - Product
ABOUT JUST JEANS
Just Jeans began in 1970 in Chapel Street Melbourne and has been selling denim for over 50 years. During this time, the brand has grown to 240+ stores across Australia & New Zealand and prides itself on providing denim to all Australians.
Just Jeans is part of The Just Group, one of Australia’s most successful retail businesses. The Group consists of the following brands; Dotti, Jacqui E, Jay Jays, Just Jeans, Peter Alexander, Portmans & Smiggle.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join our Just Jeans Buying team as a Junior Product Manager in our high performing Womenswear department.
This role designed to support the Product Manager across all aspects of the buyership and will be responsible for understanding the Brand target market and assisting with the design and selection of commercial product consistent with seasonal trends and brand direction. RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with the buying team senior managers to build and execute seasonal ranges from the ground up
Manage the garment development process, including appropriate selection of fabric, trims, block colours and prints
Develop buying plans which engage our customer
Benchmark our competitors in order to continually inspect and optimise our product range
Research trends, product innovation & competitors
Negotiate with the supply base to deliver value for money, quality products that achieve product margin targets
Liaise with our direct suppliers across a number of countries
Manage the critical path and production plan
Achieve budgeted sales and margin through continuous review of performance, market opportunities and product trends
Constantly review performance and future range inspirations to proactively drive the brand’s competitive edge
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Proven buying and product development experience
Demonstrated experience in managing production and the critical path
Experience of dealing with direct vendors across multiple geographies
Commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Confident in understanding budgets and margin calculations
Adaptable approach with the ability to multi task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to develop strong stakeholder relationships
Adobe Illustrator proficiency
PERKS
Generous discount across all of our 7 brands, and access to all sample sales across all brands
Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to Fawkner Park
Work closely within a high-performing and supportive team in a collaborative and fun environment
Engage in continuous learning and development programs to enhance your skills and foster personal and professional growth
Experience working for an international company with 7 iconic Australian brands
Coffee lover? Indulge in daily subsidized coffee and food options at our onsite café
Bring 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: 18 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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