About the Role

I am working with a growing Australian distribution business to find a Product Manager reporting directly to the Head of Category and Channels. The business works with international suppliers and established retail partners across Australia and New Zealand. The business supplies retail and online channels across Australia and Recent Zealand.

You will bring new products to market, working with Chinese suppliers on sourcing, development and delivery. The role combines supplier negotiations with pricing, margin analysis and stock management, helping ensure the product range meets customer demand and commercial targets.

This opportunity would suit a commercially minded product professional with practical sourcing experience and Mandarin language skills. You will work closely with colleagues across the business to bring new products to market, shape the range and influence commercial results.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the product lifecycle from development and launch to range reviews and retirement
Assess manufacturers and OEM suppliers against cost, quality and delivery requirements
Coordinate supplier quotations, samples and negotiations within agreed parameters
Prepare product specifications,



competitor comparisons and pricing recommendations
Coordinate launches with Sales, Marketing and Logistics, tracking production and delivery
Monitor revenue, gross profit and product costs, and recommend improvements
Work with Sales and Logistics on forecasts, replenishment and stock availability
Review ageing inventory and recommend action on slow-moving or discontinued products
Analyse market trends and product performance, and recommend range opportunities

Skills & Experience
4+ years in product management, category management, sourcing or a related role
Experience sourcing from China and managing manufacturer or OEM relationships
Mandarin proficiency for supplier negotiations and discussions
Experience coordinating product development and launches
Robust understanding of pricing, margins, costs and inventory
Solid analytical, negotiation and organisational skills
Own-brand or private-label experience in electronics, appliances, retail or FMCG desirable
Australian product compliance knowledge and ERP experience advantageous
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📌 Product Manager Sydney
🏢 Crestline Search
📍 Sydney