VM Production Manager

2 days ago

North Melbourne, Australia Country Road Group Full time

Country Road Group (CRG) is embarking on transformation to position itself for growth, leveraging our scale, capabilities and culture as a House of Brands. We are investing in new and existing capabilities and have a number of exciting opportunities available.

The VM Production Manager is responsible for optimising the visual merchandising execution process across stores and field teams. This includes streamlining communication and training, managing VM-related purchase orders and budgets and overseeing vendor relationships. This role also manages roll-out schedules, production, logistics and new store openings to ensure seamless execution and impactful customer experiences.

Key Accountabilities

  • Raise VM-related purchase orders and manage the budget
  • Collaborate closely with the Creative team to understand design specifications and translate them into production requirements
  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of production timelines, lead times and costs
  • Oversee the production and delivery of all visual merchandising materials (including digital assets), ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines
  • Oversee roll-out schedules, including production, delivery archives and logistics for setup and breakdown
  • Collaborate closely with the VM Creative team, the Head of Visual Merchandising and VM Area Managers to implement the VM critical path effectively
  • Lead vendor relationships, including briefing, iterations and approvals, in partnership with the Creative brand team.

Key Capabilities

  • 5-7 years of experience in visual merchandising, production management or a similar role within the retail sector
  • Deep understanding of manufacturing and logistics, including impacts on lead times and costs
  • Proficient in project management software and communication tools
  • Familiarity with budget management and financial reporting
  • Knowledge of sustainability and ethical compliance standards such as Good Business Journey
  • Understanding of visual merchandising principles and best practices
  • Excellent negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships and support cost and margin management
  • Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges and drive solutions.

Why work for CRG? 

The Country Road Group is one of Australasia’s largest Lifestyle Brand Houses comprising of iconic brands such as Country Road, POLITIX, Trenery, Witchery and MIMCO. Here are some of the great things we offer: 

  • Generous employee discounts across our House of Brands
  • Seasonal clothing allowance
  • An additional day of leave for your birthday
  • An Industry leading Parental Leave Program
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work/life balance
  • Annual learning calendar to support the ongoing development of our team
  • Support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
  • We are committed to operating ethically, sustainably, and responsibly. 

About Mimco

We are Mimco: a design led brand with an obsession for accessories. Born in Melbourne with a passion for creativity, we create contemporary designs that empower individual style and self-expression.

About Politix

For over 40 years now, POLITIX has helped men make their mark. Getting to know the person behind the suit, the blazer, the shirt – and dressing them in garments that pair skilful design with time-honoured craftsmanship.

The end result? A wardrobe that offers the ultimate fit – and elevates his personal style too.

Today, we continue to set a higher standard for expert tailoring, sustainable garment-making and customer service. And we see every occasion – no matter the dress code – as another opportunity to explore and express your unique style. So you can leave a lasting impression on everyone you cross paths with.

So how are we helping you make your mark?

Want to join our team? Visit www.politix.com.au/careers to see current career opportunities.

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