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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!

ROLE IN A NUTSHELL

We are looking for a dynamic and commercially minded Head of Superdry & Happy Socks to lead two globally recognised lifestyle brands within our Licensed Brands division. This is an exciting opportunity to shape brand strategy, drive growth across wholesale, retail and digital channels, and lead a talented team to deliver exceptional customer and commercial outcomes.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

In this pivotal leadership role, you will

• Develop and execute strategic plans that deliver sales, margin and profitability targets.
• Oversee brand performance across wholesale, retail and digital, ensuring a seamless and customer-centric experience.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Planning, Retail, and eComm to execute compelling campaigns and high-performing assortments.
• Lead the buying function, ensuring commercially balanced ranges that meet customer demand and brand standards.
• Analyse market trends and sales performance to identify opportunities, inform buying decisions and optimise inventory.
• Build strong relationships with licensors and key external partners.
• Lead, mentor and inspire a high-performing team while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and accountability.

ABOUT YOU

You will bring

• Proven experience leading brand and commercial performance in a retail or wholesale environment.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with a track record of achieving sales, margin and profitability goals.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving results through collaboration.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A customer-centric mindset with the ability to build compelling brand moments and experiences.
• A passion for fashion or apparel, ideally with experience in lifestyle, footwear or similar categories.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to balance long-term direction with day-to-day execution.

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.
• Novated leasing – Drive your dream car with ease.
• 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?

If you’re energised by brand building, commercial leadership and delivering outstanding customer experiences, this is your chance to shape the future of Superdry & Happy Socks at Brand Collective. Apply now and bring your vision, creativity and leadership to a role where no two days are the same.

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.