Assistant Product Manager | Kate Spade ANZ | 12 month parental leave cover

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Brand Manager Kate Spade, ANZ, you will play an integral role in supporting the development, execution, and performance of seasonal product assortments across the region. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional who is passionate about fashion, retail, and consumer trends.

You will work closely with Merchandise Planning, Retail Operations, Marketing, and Global Product teams to ensure our product offering meets customer needs while driving commercial performance.

Drive product strategy, assortment planning, and commercial performance across the Kate Spade New York ANZ business through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the planning and execution of seasonal product assortments for the ANZ market.
• Analyse sales, inventory, and product performance to identify opportunities and trends.
• Assist with range reviews, assortment planning, and product recommendations.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and seasonal reporting to support business decision-making.
• Partner with Planning and Allocation teams to optimise stock levels and inventory performance.
• Support product launch activities and seasonal go-to-market execution.
• Maintain product information, assortment tools, and reporting systems.
• Monitor fashion, retail, and competitive market trends to provide commercial insights.
• Assist with business presentations, seasonal reviews, and stakeholder communications.

What We're Looking For

• 2-4 years' experience in Product Management, Merchandising, Buying, Planning, or a related retail function.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A passion for fashion, retail, and understanding customer behaviour.
• Experience within fashion, lifestyle, luxury, or accessories retail will be highly regarded.

Why Join Kate Spade New York?

• Work for a globally recognised and iconic fashion brand.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts across our portfolio of brands.
• Exposure to regional and global stakeholders.
• Opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading luxury retail business across ANZ.