Production Manager overseeing product development, supplier performance, and assortment execution for Giant Tiger, a Canadian retail chain. Hybrid role based at the Ottawa Head Office.
Responsibilities
Translate the merchant vision into production priorities and resource allocation across Bedding, Bath, Beauty, Footwear, Accessories and Handbags
Oversee product development and production execution across the assigned portfolio
Ensure merchandising strategy and quality, cost, and delivery objectives are achieved through effective team and supplier performance
Manage cross-functional collaboration to ensure assortments are produced and executed as intended
Manage supplier relationships and performance, including supplier selection, negotiations, production capability, quality, and delivery performance
Identify and mitigate production, sourcing, and commercialization risks
Optimize product development, sourcing, and production processes to improve speed to market, product quality, supplier performance, and cost efficiency
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Product Development, Fashion Design, Retail Management, or a related field
Fashion Design degree is an asset, not required
5–7 years of progressive experience in product development, sourcing, production, fashion design and/or commercialization within a retail environment
Experience partnering with Merchandising and Design teams to develop and deliver customer-focused assortments from concept through production and delivery
Strong knowledge of product development, sourcing, manufacturing, quality, packaging, commercialization, and critical path management processes
Ability to negotiate cost of goods and manage supplier relationships
Ability to deliver against margin, quality, timing, and assortment objectives
Strong project management, organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PLM systems
Passion for the product and experience leading a team
International travel up to once per quarter
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment
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