We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Retail Product Manager – Footwear & Apparel to join the INTERSPORT Support Office team. Reporting to the COO, you will play a key role in supporting and influencing our franchisees to make informed buying decisions, identifying the best footwear and apparel opportunities to meet customer needs, drive sales and maximise product performance across the network.

This is a key role within the INTERSPORT product team, responsible for developing our footwear and apparel ranges, identifying new product and supplier opportunities, and using sales and market data to drive commercial decisions. You will work closely with franchisees, brand partners and internal teams to maximise product performance, sell-through and profitability across the INTERSPORT network.

You will also play an important role in identifying key products for marketing campaigns, negotiating product and trading term opportunities with brand partners, and supporting our franchisees with regular product, ranging and promotional recommendations.

ABOUT INTERSPORT AUSTRALIA

INTERSPORT Australia is part of one of the world's largest sporting retail groups, with the INTERSPORT Group having over 5,400 specialist sport stores in over 42 countries.

INTERSPORT Australia is committed to providing its customers with expert advice, outstanding service, and the best products made by the best brands. We are at The Heart of Sport in our local communities and our customers are at the heart of everything we do.

INTERSPORT Australia's Support Office is located in Moorabbin, servicing 83 franchised retail sporting goods stores around Australia.



Our team is primarily focused on providing services and support to our franchisees across Australia.

To be successful in this role, you will have strong retail or buying experience, excellent analytical and negotiation skills, and a robust understanding of the sporting retail industry. You will be commercially focused, highly organised and confident working with a range of stakeholders. You will also have the ability to use data, market insights and industry trends to make sound product decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Range Development: Develop INTERSPORT footwear and apparel ranges by category using sales, sell-through and market data, working collaboratively with franchisees and internal stakeholders.

Brand & Supplier Management: Build strong relationships with brand partners, negotiate product, pricing and trading term opportunities, and identify new suppliers and incremental opportunities.

Product & Promotional Opportunities: Identify new products, specials, markdown and trading opportunities to maximise sales and profitability for franchisees.

Marketing Collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing & Digital teams to identify key products and develop product opportunities for marketing campaigns and digital activation via the INTERSPORT website.

Franchisee Support:



Provide timely and relevant product, ranging and seasonal recommendations and communicate product opportunities across the franchise network.

Meeting Coordination: Coordinate product meetings, submissions and samples, and support the planning and delivery of Go To Market meetings.

Data & Analysis: Use sales, sell-through and market data to inform product decisions and identify opportunities to improve range performance.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Retail or buying experience, preferably within footwear, apparel or sporting goods

Retail Franchisee Experience highly regarded

Strong analytical and reporting skills, with excellent Excel capability

Strong commercial and negotiation skills

Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills

Strong attention to detail and an appreciation for process and continuous improvement

Ability to build strong relationships with franchisees, suppliers and internal stakeholders

Strong planning and organisational skills

A commercially focused, proactive and collaborative approach

Bachelor of Commerce or similar qualification desirable

WHY JOIN TEAM INTERSPORT?

Hybrid working options

Paid birthday leave

Monthly morning tea

Staff Recognition Award - "Above & Beyond"

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you are an experienced retail or buying professional who is passionate about product, brands and sporting retail, and enjoy using data and commercial insight to drive better outcomes, we would love to hear from you!

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia

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📌 Retail Product Manager - Footwear & Apparel (Melbourne)
🏢 INTERSPORT Australia
📍 Melbourne