Product Manager - Greystanes

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Blackwoods is seeking a commercially savvy Product Manager for the Apparel & Footwear division based at the Greystanes, Sydney office. You will own end to end product planning from concept to launch and ongoing commercial optimisation, define the product vision, manage lifecycles and range reviews, build supplier partnerships and negotiate pricing to protect margins, and work closely with sales, marketing, supply chain, QA and category teams to deliver profitable, customer centric solutions. The role requires prior product or category management experience, extensive buying experience, strong commercial acumen, end to end B2B know how and outstanding negotiation and communication skills. In return you’ll have a permanent full time role onsite, incentives and Wesfarmers share plans, team discounts, training and wellbeing benefits, plus generous leave options. To apply, tailor your resume to highlight end to end delivery, buying, pricing strategy and supplier negotiations, quantify profitability wins, showcase data driven decision making and cross functional leadership, and be prepared for background checks including a pre employment medical; demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Join Australia’s leading industrial and safety products provider 

A unique opportunity has become available for a talented, commercially savvy Product Manager to join our Apparel & Footwear division based at our Greystanes, Sydney office. This is your chance to own a diverse product portfolio, influence strategy, and help shape the next generation of products trusted by businesses across the country. 

About the Role 

As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end product planning and execution across the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch and ongoing commercial optimisation. You’ll gather and prioritise customer and market requirements, define the product vision, and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver profitable and customer centric product solutions. 

You will also champion strong supplier partnerships, drive product innovation, and ensure products align with overall business strategy and financial objectives. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Define and execute product strategy and roadmaps aligned to market needs and company objectives
• Gather, analyse, and prioritise product, customer, and market insights
• Manage product lifecycles and conduct range reviews across Apparel & Footwear portfolios
• Build and maintain long term supplier partnerships
• Negotiate competitive everyday and promotional pricing to optimise margin and profitability
• Lead cross functional collaboration with sales, marketing, supply chain, QA, and category teams
• Participate in supplier negotiations, tender reviews, and commercial meetings
• Monitor product performance using data driven insights to identify opportunities and resolve challenges
• Support sales teams with product knowledge, pricing, and go to market material 
• Drive continuous improvement through problem solving and innovation

What You’ll Bring 

• Experience in Product Management and/or Category Management
• Extensive buying experience (mandatory)
• Strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of cost, margin, and manufacturing techniques
• Proven ability to solve complex problems and make informed decisions
• End-to-end B2B experience
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and influencing skills
• Customer centric mindset with the ability to drive profitable product outcomes

What’s in it for you: 

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity and will be based at the Blackwoods in Greystanes office.

• Permanent role, incentives & Wesfarmers share plans
• Exclusive Perks: Team Member discount card for Kmart, Bunnings, Target & Officeworks, FREE One Pass subscription & Wesfarmers discounted offers from over 400 retail partners
• Continuous training and career development opportunities 
• Team events, celebrations, award recognition and prizes
• Employee Assistance Program: wellbeing support for you and your immediate family - covering counselling, coaching, financial advice, legal guidance, nutritional services, & more!
• Refer-A-Friend program – earn up to $2,000 for each referral!
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks’ additional annual leave
• Generous paid parental leave policy
• Free onsite parking and more!

NEXT STEPS 

If you meet most of the criteria listed above and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application today. We will be contacting suitable candidates as we receive them.

As part of our recruitment process and commitment to safety, you will be required to undertake background checks (which will include a pre-employment medical assessment involving drug & alcohol testing).

Blackwoods also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.