Product Range Manager â Footwear & Apparel

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT000339/LR

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Market - Related Monthly

SUMMARY:
Job Description:
We seek a commercially-minded Product Range Manager to join a leading name in the footwear and apparel industry. This position is vital in managing our product ranges and ensuring alignment with market trends, customer needs, and sales objectives. Reporting directly into the sales structure, the role requires someone with a strong retail or sales background in the fashion or footwear industry, not just a designer, but someone who understands what sells and why.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Range Management & Market Insight

Lead the development and management of local and imported product ranges across all categories and seasons
Use market insights and trend research to guide product offerings in line with customer demand and sales strategies
Coordinate sample distribution and ensure timely tooling for locally manufactured ranges
Act as the strategic link between the sales and development teams, ensuring commercial objectives and creative execution align

Team Oversight & Collaboration

Oversee the development team to ensure timelines, product execution, and team KPIs are met
While hands-on design skills are not essential, a basic understanding of design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, CAD, 3D modelling) and processes is important to bridge communication between departments
Drive motivation, performance management, and team cohesion within the development team
Ensure adherence to company policies and contribute to a culture of accountability and innovation

Experience & Qualifications

5+ years' experience in the retail, sales, or product space within the footwear or apparel industry
Strong commercial and market understanding, with proven success in range building and product lifecycle management
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Product Design, Industrial Design, Fashion, or Business) preferred
Working knowledge of footwear construction and an understanding of sustainable material trends is advantageous

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and people management capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills – critical for cross-functional collaboration
Analytical mindset with strong organisational and decision-making abilities
Commercially driven with a passion for product, sales, and market trends
Comfortable interpreting design briefs, specs, and technical requirements without needing to execute the design personally

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