Product Developer

• 12-month limited tenure role

• Fantastic opportunity to work within Myer's Womenswear team

• 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 womenswear, specifically in youth/fast fashion 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:

• Generous Team Member discounts on all Myer products

• Work flexibly from home and our Support Office based in Docklands

• A supportive leadership team

• Volunteer, parental and lifestyle leave available

• Service Recognitionand 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.