Head of Merchandise Overland Footwear Group

5 days ago

Auckland City, New Zealand Overland Footwear Full time

**Lead the Way: Become Our Next Head of Merchandise**
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for fashion, trends, and creating exceptional customer experiences? Overland Footwear, home to iconic brands like Merchant 1948, Mi Piaci, Deuce, and Goodsole, is on the hunt for an outstanding **Head of Merchandise** to drive our merchandise strategy and leave a lasting mark on our business.

**About Us**:
We're a proud, family-owned New Zealand retailer with around 400 team members across New Zealand and two stores in Melbourne, Australia. At Overland, we believe in putting our people first.

Here's what you can expect:

- **Supportive leadership** and opportunities for career growth.
- ** Flexible working** arrangements and an extra half-day off each month.
- Incredible **staff discounts** and (occasionally) **free shoes**—yes, really

**The Role**:
As our **Head of Merchandise**, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our brands. Leading the merchandise strategy across all categories, you'll ensure we deliver exceptional products that resonate with our customers and reflect our values.

This is a senior leadership position reporting to our Managing Director, who lives and breathes footwear every day

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement merchandise strategies that align with our brand vision and business goals.
- Oversee **product selection**, **pricing**, and **assortment planning** to maximise sales and profitability.
- Analyse **market trends**, **customer insights**, and **competitor activity** to identify growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with our **in-house design team**, marketing, and retail teams to align products with seasonal campaigns.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing merchandise team.
- Manage **inventory** and **sales forecasting** to optimise stock levels.

**What You'll Bring**:

- Proven experience in merchandise leadership, ideally within **footwear** or **fashion**.
- Strong analytical skills and a track record of delivering commercial results.
- A creative and strategic mindset, with the ability to translate trends into profitable opportunities.
- Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities.

**Why Join Us?**:

- Work for a **beloved Kiwi brand** with a legacy of success.
- Join a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking **senior leadership team**.
- Thrive in a **collaborative and supportive work culture** that values creativity and excellence.
- Have the opportunity to make a **real impact** by shaping our merchandise strategy and team.

You must be eligible to work in **New Zealand **to be considered for this position.

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