Product Developer

About us
Lowes is an iconic family-owned brand operating nationally for over 120 years and have grown to become one of Australia's largest menswear and Schoolwear retailers with over 190 stores.
This is an exciting time to join Lowes, as we continue to expand our retail footprint across the country.
The Role
As a Product Developer focusing on special projects, you will play a pivotal role in resourcing products to drive cost saving initiatives. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, and evaluate supplier capabilities, to help deliver a solution to optimise our product portfolio.
Based at our Sydney Head Office, this is a 12-month fixed term contract, with the potential to be extended.
What you’ll do
Lead special projects focused to achieve cost savings targets and enhance business competitiveness.
Track sampling with suppliers to ensure deliveries are made in a timely manner.
Prepare garment samples, embroidery, print, fabric, and lab dip swatch submissions for school approvals.
Maintain our systems data integrity for existing and newly developed styles, including, cost prices, supplier, and embroidery information.
General Product Development tasks, as required.
What we offer
Ongoing development - ongoing training, support, and growth opportunities.
Flexible working – hybrid working arrangements available
Work/life balance - with a strong culture that is inspired by family values, we have a strong focus on work/life balance with reasonable work hours.
Discounts – an extremely favourable staff discount
Supportive environment - work with a strong and supportive team, with ongoing recognition and a real sense of ownership of your work.
Requirements
Excellent project management abilities, including prioritization, planning, and execution within tight deadlines
Proven experience in product development or sourcing, preferably within a manufacturing or consumer goods environment
Experience in garment construction & manufacturing processes, preferred
Proficient in Outlook, Excel & Word
Experience in Illustrator, Pronto & Trello is highly regarded
Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment