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Product Design Development Manager

TSHR Sydney, Sydney

Job Description

Job Description

About our Client

Australian owned, this iconic luggage manufacturer is renowned worldwide for its range of travel bags and accessories.

Your new Career

As the Product Design Development Manager you’re instinctive, creative and have a knack for problem solving. You’ll build the brand both locally and globally with your passion for innovation, delivering exceptional product design across the Travel category.

Key Responsibilities

  • Product creation process, from concept/design to production across a broad range of products within the brand.
  • Design travel product that meets the needs and wants of consumers and translate to functional prototypes.
  • Elevate (modernise) product vision and maintain/update a brand book.
  • Maintain up to date on current industry trends and market conditions.
  • Coordinate with designers to ensure accurate communication and efficiency in the design phase.
  • Set the product strategy and budget to achieve growth plans.
  • Establish and maintain design & development operations, processes and critical path.
  • Manage the supplier base and product quality.
  • Responsible for supplier sourcing, gross margin negotiation and lead times.
  • Manage a team of freelance Illustrators and Designers where required.
  • Collaborate with QA team for product suitability and compliance.
  • R&D trips domestically and internationally to stay ahead of trends.
  • Ensure products meet B2B and B2C requirements and campaigns.
  • About You

  • Relevant work experience as a product designer / brand manager in the travel industry.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent eye for aesthetic design and customer appeal
  • Good understanding of trend/colour
  • Artistic and innovative flair
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Meticulous and diligent
  • Strong knowledge of the industry and market trends
  • Interested? We’d love for you to hit APPLY and find out more about your skills and interests!

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