Product/Category Manager Womenswear

Michael Page (UK); Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion company in Sheffield is seeking a Product Line Manager to coordinate between design and production teams. The role involves managing product timelines, analyzing market data, and ensuring alignment with brand vision. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in product management and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers career growth and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

25 days of holiday leave

Career growth potential

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in product line management in the fashion industry.
• Deep understanding of the women's fashion market.
• Analytical approach using data for product decisions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication between design, development, and production teams.
• Manage pricing structures and Go-to-Market calendar.
• Analyze data to inform line planning decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field

Tools

Product lifecycle management (PLM) systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Work with a contemporary fashion brand for the modern woman.
• Sustainability and global expansion are key drivers of this brand's growth

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established, medium-sized organisation based in Sheffield. The company is renowned for its focus on delivering quality womenswear products and maintaining a strong presence in the fashion sector.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Product, this role will work closely with the Design, Development, and Production teams to support them and the growth of our product categories. The Product Line Manager will coordinate the key communication checkpoints of the product process, ensuring alignment with the brand's vision and product needs.



Collaboration & Communication: Act as the central point of contact between design, development, content, and wholesale teams, ensuring clear communication of key information. Regular presentation of technical product information, along with creative message and key data points. Provide clear briefs, updates, and timelines to all stakeholders



Pricing & Go to Market Calendar: Work closely with teams to manage margin and pricing structures meet the business and category goals. Assist the development and merchandising teams to ensure range plan accuracy and smooth data handover. Manage the global Go-to-Market calendar, ensuring all departments are regularly updated.



Data Analysis: Collating the various streams of data to inform line planning decisions. Identify gaps and opportunities within the product line to meet customer needs and market demands, presenting competitor and marketplace analysis. Monitor product performance across sales channels, identifying best-sellers and underperforming styles

The Successful Applicant

This role requires a commutable distance to Sheffield.

A successful Product Manager should have:



* Bachelor's degree in Fashion, Business, or a related field.

* 4+ years of experience in product line management or a similar role in the fashion or lifestyle industry.

* Deep understanding of the women's fashion market, with a passion for Varley's aesthetic and values.

* Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

* Exceptional project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

* Analytical approach with experience in using data to inform product decisions.

* Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Excel and reporting experience is a must.



Advantageous:

* Keynote and Miro Experience.

* In-house brand experience.

* Retail experience.

* ERP and Reporting Experience

What's on Offer

• 25 days of holiday leave.
• An opportunity to work with a respected organisation in the retail industry.
• A permanent role with career growth potential in the fashion department.
• A collaborative and supportive company culture.