Senior Product Manager - Peter Alexander

The Peter Alexander experience offers designer sleepwear, loungewear, footwear, home and giftware. From the moment you walk into a Peter Alexander store or jump online, it evokes a feeling of laughter and fun. It's a brand where you feel comfortable, warm and at home.
Peter Alexander is part of Australia most successful retail giants 'The Just Group', consisting of 7 brands - Dotti, Jacqui E, Jay Jays, Just Jeans, Peter Alexander, Portmans and Smiggle.
To support our growing structure and strategic growth, we are currently seeking a Senior Product Manager to join the Peter Alexander Support Office team.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Design & Product Ladieswear, this position is responsible for managing the design, sample & sourcing of product in line with the Peter Alexander brand direction.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• In conjunction with the Creative Director and Head of Graphics & Art Direction, lead the design direction and development of the range for the department categories
• In conjunction with Head of Design & Product Ladieswear and the planning team, conduct seasonal reviews of business & set financial targets for the coming season
• Effectively communicate design direction to key business stakeholders, working to create an awareness and alignment to department outcomes and objectives
• Understand brand target market and design commercial product consistent with monthly/seasonal themes/direction and create cohesive and commercial family stories
• Manage the product development process and ensure timely product category execution in store
• Analyse financial performance of the business and identify key opportunities for growth in sales, initial margin and increased stock turn
• Participate in sample buying trips as required
• Build and maintain strong, effective and collaborative relationships across the Peter Alexander team
• Maintain effective supplier relationships and manage price negotiations
• Lead, motivate and develop a team

• Retail Product Management /Buying experience
• Experience managing a high volume, fast paced department
• Have a knowledge of in-depth production techniques demonstrating a strong understanding of garment construction and fit specifications, including having a full understanding of the Mandatory Standards for limited Daywear for the AU & NZ markets
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and negotiations (experience with overseas suppliers critical)
• Effective leadership and team management skills and proven stakeholder management ability
• Illustrator experience is required
• Tertiary qualification in Buying/ Designing

• Generous discount across all of our 7 brands, and access to all sample sales
• Central office location based on St Kilda Rd, with direct access to Fawkner Park