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ABOUT BRAND

Designworks is Brand Collective’s product and brand development powerhouse, partnering with leading global and local brands to create commercially strong, market-right product across apparel, lifestyle and licensed categories.

We bring brands to life through creative excellence, deep consumer understanding and operational precision, delivering collections that balance innovation, quality and commercial performance.

ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

As Brand Manager – Volley, you will sit within Designworks and take full ownership of the Volley brand portfolio. This role is dedicated specifically to leading Volley’s product, brand and distribution strategy, evolving the brand while protecting its heritage and distinct identity.

Reporting to the Business Manager, you will drive end-to-end product development and translate this into a clear, commercially disciplined brand and channel strategy across digital, retail and wholesale. Balancing deep product expertise with broader brand leadership, you will ensure the right product reaches the right customer, through the right channels, at the right time, delivering sustainable growth, strong margins and long-term brand equity.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Leading the long-term product and brand strategy, translating consumer, market and performance insights into commercially successful footwear ranges
• Owning the end-to-end product development process from concept through to go-to-market execution
• Building commercially balanced assortments aligned to margin targets, price architecture and growth objectives
• Driving digital and eCommerce performance in partnership with Marketing and Online teams, optimising product presentation, content and conversion
• Analysing sales and performance across wholesale, retail and digital channels to inform future product and distribution strategy
• Partnering with Planning to align inventory, demand and promotional strategies for optimal sell-through
• Leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning to deliver profitable growth
• Managing relationships with suppliers, brand partners and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and execution excellence
• Leading and developing a product-focused team while fostering strong cross-functional collaboration

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience in brand management and product development within footwear, lifestyle fashion or apparel
• Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated success delivering profitable growth across multiple channels
• Deep understanding of wholesale, retail and eCommerce distribution models
• Experience driving digital performance, including online merchandising and conversion optimisation
• Confident leading cross-functional teams and complex projects end-to-end
• Strong financial literacy across budgeting, forecasting and margin management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinker who can connect product vision with long-term brand and channel strategy

JUST SOME PERKS WE OFFER

• Pet-friendly workspace – Yes, your furry friend can join you at work!
• Generous discounts – Up to 50% off top brands like Reebok, Superdry, and Elka Collective!
• Exclusive LK Group discounts – Treat yourself to savings at Daniel’s Donuts, Hommey, Snooze & more!
• Access to sample sales – Exclusive to Brand Collective team members only.
• Leave when it matters – Paid parental leave & volunteer leave.
• Loyalty rewards – We celebrate your milestones with generous service awards!
• Well-being matters – Free access to Mental Health Professionals through our Employee Assistance Program.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

Shape the future of an iconic Australian footwear brand, drive commercially disciplined growth and elevate Volley’s presence across digital, retail and wholesale channels.

ABOUT BRAND COLLECTIVE

Brand Collective is one of Australia's most prominent apparel, footwear & sport groups, operating our omnichannel offer across 300+ stores with over 3,000 team members, a comprehensive online business and an extensive wholesale network. Our portfolio ranges from iconic heritage to timeless contemporary, from street culture to considered craftsmanship, and from private label to international luxury fashion brands. We bring brands to life!  

At Brand Collective our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we! We value diversity and inclusion in all forms, thus hire based on capability and performance. If you feel like your skills align with the role and company culture, apply today to bring brands to life!

Please note: at this time, Brand Collective are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role, and will not be liable for any unsolicited candidate profiles or associated fees. We encourage applicants to apply directly to this posting if they would like to be considered for this opportunity. The advertising of this role may close earlier than the listed date, and we encourage applicants to apply early.