At Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we're transforming the way we create, develop and deliver products across Australia's leading footwear brands. As part of this transformation, we're creating a brand-new leadership role that will redefine how Product Development operates across our business.Reporting to the Chief Product Officer, the Head of Product Operations & Delivery will lead the operational engine behind our Product Development function, bringing together people, process, technology and commercial focus to deliver better products, faster.This newly created position is central to our Product function and will help us modernise how we work, improve speed to market, and support long-term business growth.The roleYou'll be responsible for leading the operational delivery of the end-to-end product development lifecycle across multiple brands, ensuring products are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with business priorities.Your focus will include:Leading product operations across our Product Development functionDriving critical path excellence and improving speed to marketEmbedding operational governance, reporting and performance visibilityLeading high-performing Product Development, Technical and Operations teamsPartnering with Procurement and Supply Chain to improve supplier performance and product readinessDriving continuous improvement,



automation and AI-enabled ways of workingImproving productivity, operational efficiency and commercial outcomesDeveloping capability, accountability and a culture of collaboration across the functionAbout youYou're an experienced operational leader who knows how to turn strategy into execution.10+ years' experience in footwear, apparel, retail or product developmentProven success leading large product or operational teamsStrong critical path and product lifecycle management experienceExperience driving operational transformation and continuous improvementCommercial acumen with a strong understanding of product costing, margin and productivityOutstanding stakeholder management and influencing capabilityA team-oriented leadership style that develops people while delivering resultsAbout usWith more than 250+ stores and 2200+ employees nationally, we are Australia's leading retailer and wholesaler of fashion and comfort footwear, owning and operating some of Australia's most iconic brands, including Bobux, The Trybe, Midas, mollini, Mathers, Williams, diana ferrari, and Australia's largest online footwear retailer, Styletread!If you're ready to lead operational excellence, drive meaningful change and help shape the future of Product Development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!
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📌 Head of Product Development Operations & Delivery (Melbourne)
🏢 Munro Footwear Group
📍 Melbourne