As an accomplished Product Manager with a background in fashion apparel, I bring a distinctive combination of creative thinking, a results-oriented approach, exceptional organisational skills, and analytical thinking. This proficiency enables me to devise and execute product strategies in alignment with the brand's overarching objectives. Possessing a strategic mindset, I have a proven track record of effectively driving profitability, enhancing sales retention, and fueling revenue growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Category Analyst
The Body Shop
03.2023 - Current
Identified and analysed commercial opportunities within the Make-up, Haircare and Fragrance categories. Steered strategic growth initiatives for Retail and e-commerce channels.
Performed in-depth financial analysis to evaluate product performance across Retail and e-commerce channels.
Delivered data-driven insights to Category managers, and R&D team, enabling them to create commercially viable products that align seamlessly with market trends and the brand’s overarching strategy.
Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
Product Manager
Jockey Underwear Hanes Australasia
11.2022 - 01.2023
Led comprehensive management of the product assortment lifecycle for both Core and Seasonal ranges.
Managed cross-functional teams to commercialize new products and drive improvements.
Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product buyplans.
Craft innovative and alluring products that would resonate with our target audience, attract consumers and drive revenue growth.
Communicated effectively with team members to deliver on seasonal development milestones and deadlines.
Collaborated with sales, marketing, and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
Maintained positive supplier relations to build strong partnerships.
Reviewed new opportunities to drive business strategy at planning sessions.
Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
Consulted with external buyers to determine projected demand for products and services.
Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
Junior Product Manager
Jockey Underwear Hanes Australasia
04.2017 - 11.2021
Created and consistently maintained all seasonal feasibility documents, which included pricing, customer margin hurdles, and new article setup.
Prepared and delivered post-seasonal financial performance to key stakeholders.
Presented seasonal ranges to wholesale account managers and external buyers.
Created range catalogues for customer sell-ins for each new season, this included all product information (sizes, fabric composition, RRP and CADs depicting product).
Analysed and presented sell-thru data, provided product manager, who would use to create future seasonal buy plans.
Supported and assisted product manager in executing brand and product strategy.
Assistant Buyer
Hurricane Jeans Ltd.
01.2015 - 03.2017
Established relationships with vendors to support access to latest product information and pricing.
Processed purchase orders and invoices in accordance with company procedures.
Reviewed purchasing trends and forecast demand for inventory planning and replenishment.
Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
Negotiated prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate efficient and timely product delivery.
Collaborated with sales team to identify and fulfill customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Design -
Massey University
01.2009
Skills
Category Growth
Data Analysis
Forecast Tracking
Negotiation
Microsoft Office
Business Acumen
Team Collaboration
Pricing Analysis
Analytical Thinking
Decision-Making
Communications Management
Business Needs Analysis
Accomplishments
I developed a strategy to turn the declining men’s underwear range into revenue growth, while increasing and recruiting stockists in Q1 2023 by +30%
Lead in managing project for a complete sustainable fabrication refresh of existing core products, phasing out products and moving into traceable cotton and recycled synthetic fabrication by Q4 2023.
I achieved incremental revenue of $350k by leveraging our partnership with The All Blacks, creating limited edition Men’s underwear to be in market for the Rugby World Cup 2023 in Paris.
Created and led project to development a sustainable Anti-Odour fabrication for declining Men’s Performance underwear range. First phase launch in market in Q1 2023 and achieved an additional revenue of $600k.
I achieve $10K saving in Q1 2020 from negotiating down surcharge costs across our suppliers.
I managed a special project team to deliver a range of underwear that was not in the normal NPD calendar, therefore was on a strict critical path to achieve the launch date. This project secured $500K in incremental revenue as well as secured floor space away from a competitor brand that offered similar product.
I was given Jockey Women’s socks range to manage in a PM capacity in 2018, while continuing to work in my current role.