Product Manager, Fashion

Who We Are:

At Reitmans (Canada) Limited (RCL), we live and breathe fashion and customer experience every single day. We believe fashion isn’t just about style—it’s about giving our customers the confidence to shine when it counts the most.

From bold ideas at the design table to seamless experiences in our stores and digital channels, we’re all about creating unforgettable moments. With a strong portfolio of brands and a team of passionate, creative thinkers, we’re constantly reimagining what’s possible in fashion retail.

The Opportunity:

Our Product development team for our Penn. Brand are on a mission to redefine plus-size fashion by creating beautiful, trend-forward products, with exceptional fit that meet and exceed customer expectations.

We are seeking a talented Fashion Product Manager /buyer to join our team and help us shape the future of plus size fashion.

As a Fashion Product Manager, your focus will be to develop creative and innovative strategies to drive your commodity businesses. you’ll blend your passion for fashion with a sharp business sense, carefully building assortments that will captivate our customers and keep them coming back for more. It’s your role to help curate collections that tell a story, reflect the brand, and anticipate what our customers will crave next. Reporting to the Group Fashion Product Manager, you’ll be a key player in shaping the future of our product assortment.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage product creation process, from line planning and pricing to developing comprehensive style, color, and sizing strategies.
• Take ownership of Open-to-Buy (OTB) management, driving inventory efficiency and achieving key financial KPIs by balancing sales, margins, and markdowns effectively.
• Analyze business performance and marketplace trends to identify sales and margin opportunities that exceed expectations. Adapt swiftly to market shifts and capitalize on emerging trends by chasing winning products.
• Ensure the customer always has access to on-trend products by crafting assortments that reflect the brand's vision and resonate with the target audience, driving department growth and relevance.
• Partner with Design teams to select styling that aligns with the brand identity, customer profile, and the latest market trends, ensuring every piece tells a compelling story.
• Work closely with Planning teams to manage OTB metrics such as receipts, sales, margins, markdowns, and stock levels to optimize financial outcomes and maximize inventory efficiency.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of competitors and the marketplace to ensure the assortment remains differentiated, relevant, and ahead of the curve.
• Effectively lead cross-functional business meetings, leveraging strong communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills to align teams and execute the department's vision seamlessly.

Who You Are:

• You hold a degree in, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field, and have a deep passion for the fashion industry.
• With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in merchandise management and retail buying, you’re a seasoned professional who knows how to bring the latest trends to life.
• Bilingual in French and English, you’re able to navigate seamlessly across diverse teams.
• A natural leader, you possess strong people management skills and know how to inspire and guide your team toward success.
• You have a sharp financial mind, love to think outside the box, with a keen ability to analyze data, forecast trends, and make informed decisions that drive profitability.

What We Offer (Why Join Us)

• Because we know balance is key, a flexible hybrid work environment.
• A competitive benefits package. Your well-being matters to us! We offer a comprehensive benefits package that’s designed to take care of you.
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Flex Days & Vacation - Take the time you need to recharge, stay healthy, and spend quality time with loved ones. We’ve got you covered with flexible time off options.
• Because we are all about fashion and you get to share it! Enjoy an amazing 50% off all regular-priced merchandise from our brands, Penn., Reitmans, and RW&CO.
• Love working with us? Bring your friends along for the ride and get rewarded for helping us grow our talented team and participate in a generous Employee Referral program
• We believe in investing in you! Enjoy annual bonus potential and opportunities for career growth, including tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals.

Total rewards are aligned based on your employment status, offering different perks depending on whether you're full-time, part-time or on a contract.

If this inspires you…let’s talk. Send us your resume today! 

By the way, did you know that Reitmans (Canada) Limited has several hundreds of stores all across Canada and three fashion apparel banners? Get ready to join the Canadian fashion retail icon, with a great success story where you can have a voice and make a real difference. 

There are many ways to wear a career at RCL! #ReadytoRCL 

Reitmans (Canada) Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We recognize that our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for providing an accessible candidate experience. 

We thank all applicants. Only selected candidates will be contacted.

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