• Work on some seriously cool product launches and collaborations in a growth category
• Join an internationally recognised leader in streetwear apparel
• Hybrid and flexible work environment located in Kew!

ASSISTANT PRODUCT MANAGER | CHAMPION | KEW, MELBOURNE

We are looking for an all-round awesome Assistant Product Manager to join us on a permanent, full time basis!

Your role will be supporting our Product Manager in the development of seasonal range assortments and in the execution of product plans across the Athletic category for the Champion brand.

Your key objective is the delivery of a highly commercial and profitable product range through effective product lifecycle management, quarterly reviews, range planning and sell through analysis. 

What's the role?

• Supporting and coordinating all activities relating to the seasonal range development, including close collaboration with our US, Europe, Asia and local product and design teams.
• Entering and maintaining all seasonal feasibility (buy plan) documents, including pricing customer segmentation and article set up ensuring 100% data integrity
• Briefing and managing all packaging requirements in line with the brand and range plans
• Generating and maintaining seasonal option plan documents
• Assisting in preparing and presenting quarterly reviews, range assortment plans, internal range presentations and stock management support
• Providing standardised reports and analytical support to aid in decision making
• Participating in market research and analysis on ever-changing trends and industry conditions
• Organising samples for retailer presentations

 What are we looking for?

• A genuine passion for streetwear, athletic apparel, youth culture and being a true brand ambassador for the Champion brand!
• Experience in product development, planning or buying, ideally within the retail/apparel/fashion industry
• Organisation and ability to multi-task
• You are naturally analytical and love working in Excel and PowerPoint
• Effective communication across a broad stakeholder group will ensure success in this role – you are confident and practical, able to build and foster strong working relationships and influence stakeholders  

What can we offer you?

• Work for an amazing brand that's an Aussie household name … work with inspiring cross-functional teams and stakeholders … join a business with an unrivalled culture … what's not in it for you?!
• Genuine commitment to global sustainability https://hbisustains.com/
• Huge staff discounts across all the amazing brands in the Hanes portfolio … we're talking huge savings on Bonds, Champion, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, Jockey – and more!
• Sample sales and extended family and friends' discounts
• Wellness Programs – regular free skin checks, flu shots, remedial massages, Employee Assistance Program, fresh fruit delivered on-site  
• Access to awesome perks, including corporate discounts, novated car leasing, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave Program
• Monthly business updates from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, with regular presentations from our community partners
• “Summer Fun” – take advantage of a 9 day fortnight, in addition to your leave allowance, during the summer months and make the most of the sun!
• Company-wide “Golden Yarn” Reward & Recognition Program
• COVID safe, flexible and relaxed office environment with sit-stand desks and a strictly casual dress-code!
• “Lunch & Learn” sessions, with topics including financial management and health & wellness
• Established and committed LEAN organisation offering on-going training to all employees

A BIT ABOUT HANESBRANDS

Hanes Brands Australasia is home to some of Australia's most iconic brands, and we are proud to be part the US powerhouse Hanes Brands Inc, one of the world's largest manufacturer and marketer of basic apparel brands.

We have 18 brands in our portfolio, including Bonds, Champion, Berlei, Jockey, Sheridan and Bras N Things, and several offices across Australia and New Zealand. Our Head Office is in Kew, Melbourne; we have multiple sites in Sydney, offices in Auckland and factories in China. We're a household name delivering beautiful comfy products that Aussies just love. And with six hugely successful e-commerce sites, an extensive and rapidly growing store network, amazing and well-established wholesale partnerships and a growing international presence, the future is looking bright!

CULTIVATING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

Here at Hanes Brands Australasia, we are focused on cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive and vibrant. In fact, we know our both workplace culture and business are only strengthened by our differences. We encourage our employees to bring their true selves to work and support them to reach their full potential both personally and professionally. Therefore, we warmly welcome people of all genders, races, ages and abilities or any other backgrounds or differences to apply to work with us.