Senior Product Design & Development Manager Are you a visionary product design leader with a passion for innovation and an eye for trends? Do you thrive in a fast-paced retail and wholesale environment, driving product development from concept to market? If so, we want to hear from you About the Role As the Senior Product Design & Development Manager, you will play a key role in shaping our product offering, ensuring we stay ahead of market trends and deliver high-quality, commercially successful designs. You’ll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, from design and merchandising to production and suppliers, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to final product. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end product design and development process, from trend analysis and concept creation to final execution. Collaborate with buying, merchandising, and production teams to ensure designs are aligned with commercial objectives and brand identity. Identify and research market trends, customer insights, and competitor activity to inform product direction. Work closely with factories and suppliers to ensure quality and cost objectives are met. Manage timelines and critical paths, ensuring product launches are delivered on schedule. Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives within the product development process. Lead and mentor a team of designers, fostering creativity and collaboration. What We’re Looking For Proven experience in product design & development within a retail or wholesale environment- Hardgoods experience is highly advantageous Strong commercial awareness and ability to translate trends into commercially viable products. Experience working with suppliers, factories, and production teams. Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple collections and deadlines. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams. Passion for innovation, sustainability, and brand development. Why Join Us? Work with a dynamic and passionate team in a growing and successful business. Opportunity to drive innovation and shape product strategy. Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities. Be part of a brand that values creativity, quality, and their employees . If you’re ready to take your design & development expertise to the next level, we’d love to hear from you Apply now or reach out for more information rachaeljanssenjivaro.com.au