Job Description
Salvos Stores is looking for an experienced Product Manager / Buyer to lead the national performance and development of our Recent Product category. This is a full time, 14 month, maternity leave replacement based out of Noble Park, Melbourne with adaptable / hybrid working arrangements.
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This is a unique opportunity to combine product strategy, buying, commercial analysis and supplier management in a purpose-driven retail environment. You'll use customer insights, product performance and market trends to build a compelling product range that complements our donated offering, delivers value to customers and maximises revenue for The Salvation Army's mission.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and deliver a national product roadmap aligned to customer needs, market trends and commercial objectives
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Lead the annual buying plan, seasonal Open to Buy budgets, forecasting and category performance
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Identify emerging trends, new products and commercial opportunities to grow the category
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Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve quality, value and targeted gross margins
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Manage product ranging, inventory, markdowns and exit strategies for underperforming products
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Use sales, margin and customer insights to make informed product and buying decisions
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Develop and implement a compliance framework ensuring products meet Australian legislative and safety requirements
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About You:




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Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent experience
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At least 5 years' experience in product or category management, with a demonstrated record of category growth and profitability
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Significant experience in retail and/or the not-for-profit sector
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Strong buying, supplier negotiation and commercial management skills
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Experience managing budgets, forecasting, margins, inventory and product performance
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A strong understanding of product compliance, quality assurance and Australian product safety requirements
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Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across a complex, national retail environment
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Proven people leadership and mentoring capability
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Why Work For Us:
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Eligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
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Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiatives
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Flexible and hybrid WFH arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer Discounts
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Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
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Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
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Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable social impacts
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📌 Product Manager / Buyer (Victoria)
🏢 The Salvation Army Australia
📍 Victoria