Groupe Dynamite Inc. Senior Product Manager, Fashion Merchandising

Overview Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975. Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America. Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com. Job Summary: The Merchandise team is looking for Senior Product Manager, Buying/Merchandising, to be responsible for leadership and product line management for all facets of the merchandising process. You will work in cross-functional teams to successfully develop, design, and manage merchandise to drive a product line that meets business plans and long-term vision. Responsibilities: Drive current/future growth of the department through the development of merchandise assortments; Develop a track record of success by consistently delivering on or above target results to plan; Develop creative and innovative strategies to drive a business plan; Understand and analyze competition and marketplace to enhance customer focus and develop innovative ideas; Manage OTB in order to drive and build business strategies; Work in conjunction with Planning to manage the OTB in terms of receipts, sales, margin, markdowns and weeks of stock; Lead and manage the line planning, pricing, and product creation process including style/color plan and sizing strategy; Analyze performance and plans to help identify sales and margin opportunities that can exceed the plan; Constant pursuit of providing on-trend product to the customer and driving department growth through assortment planning; Quickly adapt to changes/trends occurring in the business and marketplace; Effectively and efficiently lead business meetings; communicate, influence and negotiate with cross-functional teams to execute vision; Collaborate with the Visual team and ongoing management in the development and execution of floor sets; Lead, coach and develop junior buyers and Merchandise Assistant team to continually improve capabilities and performance needed to deliver business plan; Shift ownership and responsibility to direct reports and provide opportunity to demonstrate skills. Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree; At least 7 years of experience in fashion buying and/or fashion product management; Excellent sense of style and knowledge of fashion trends; Strong product knowledge and a balance of analytical and creative abilities to positively affect the bottom line; Strong financial acumen and analytical skills; Language of work: French or English, excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken) are required in order to deal with international suppliers; Solid planning skills with experience managing an Open-to-Buy; Strong ability to work in teams and leadership skills; Good computer skills (Excel and/or equivalent software systems); In-depth understanding of our brand and its target market. Benefits: At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you: A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses; A group retirement savings program with employer matching; Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs; An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;Exclusive private sample sales; A flexible vacation policy; And more Our promise... No day will be like the last-we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity. Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview. #LI-NR1 #J-18808-Ljbffr