Job Description
About This Role
Why You'll Be Excited About This Role
As Product Developer at Freedom, you'll be using your sourcing, development or buying skills to bring beautiful upholstery to life. You'll work with an experienced buying and design team to curate, develop and source collections that inspire our customers and strengthen Freedom's position as Australia's leading home furnishings retailer.
How This Will Transform Your Career
This role offers a unique blend of creative and analytical work that will accelerate your retail buying career. By supporting the merchandise team, you'll develop expertise in:
• Product development and range curation
• Commercial decision-making and market analysis
• Supplier relationship management across Australia and internationally
• Quality assurance and compliance processes
• Cross-functional collaboration with marketing, planning, and other support centre departments
Why You'll Like Working Here
At Freedom, we've earned our certification as a Great Place to Work by putting our people first. We've created an environment where innovation thrives and every team member can make their mark. Our culture is built on transparency and collaboration, ensuring you'll always have clarity about your progress and impact.
You'll enjoy:
• Hybrid working arrangements that respect your work-life balance
• A competitive salary package with superannuation
• Generous 25% staff discount on all Freedom products, including sale items
• True flexibility with our innovative 'Freedom to Flex' program - work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks annually
• Monthly themed pop-up Town Hall's to connect with wider teams in our Support Centre
What You'll Be Working On
Your role will be dynamic and varied, including:
• Supporting the development of strategic product assortments that delight customers and drive business growth
• Analysing market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities
• Managing product development, sample tracking and costings.
• Working with marketing and digital teams to bring products to life through photography and promotion
• Where needed visit stores, trade shows and other retailers to maintain current awareness of lifestyle trends and products.
• Support building strong relationships with suppliers, collaborating closely on products development, pricing and delivery.
What Type Of Person Will Succeed
You're likely to thrive in this role if you have:
• 3+ years of product development / buying experience in a similar retailer, preferably in upholstery or other related home furnishing categories.
• Strong commercial acumen. Analytical with an understanding of commercial drivers in the merchandise area.
• Proficiency with Excel and Power BI
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
How To Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your buying career with one of Australia's most trusted home furnishing brands, we'd love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application and don't forget to attach your resume.
Freedom to grow. Freedom to think. Freedom to be.
Why You'll Be Excited About This Role
As Product Developer at Freedom, you'll be using your sourcing, development or buying skills to bring beautiful upholstery to life. You'll work with an experienced buying and design team to curate, develop and source collections that inspire our customers and strengthen Freedom's position as Australia's leading home furnishings retailer.
How This Will Transform Your Career
This role offers a unique blend of creative and analytical work that will accelerate your retail buying career. By supporting the merchandise team, you'll develop expertise in:
• Product development and range curation
• Commercial decision-making and market analysis
• Supplier relationship management across Australia and internationally
• Quality assurance and compliance processes
• Cross-functional collaboration with marketing, planning, and other support centre departments
Why You'll Like Working Here
At Freedom, we've earned our certification as a Great Place to Work by putting our people first. We've created an environment where innovation thrives and every team member can make their mark. Our culture is built on transparency and collaboration, ensuring you'll always have clarity about your progress and impact.
You'll enjoy:
• Hybrid working arrangements that respect your work-life balance
• A competitive salary package with superannuation
• Generous 25% staff discount on all Freedom products, including sale items
• True flexibility with our innovative 'Freedom to Flex' program - work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks annually
• Monthly themed pop-up Town Hall's to connect with wider teams in our Support Centre
What You'll Be Working On
Your role will be dynamic and varied, including:
• Supporting the development of strategic product assortments that delight customers and drive business growth
• Analysing market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities
• Managing product development, sample tracking and costings.
• Working with marketing and digital teams to bring products to life through photography and promotion
• Where needed visit stores, trade shows and other retailers to maintain current awareness of lifestyle trends and products.
• Support building strong relationships with suppliers, collaborating closely on products development, pricing and delivery.
What Type Of Person Will Succeed
You're likely to thrive in this role if you have:
• 3+ years of product development / buying experience in a similar retailer, preferably in upholstery or other related home furnishing categories.
• Strong commercial acumen. Analytical with an understanding of commercial drivers in the merchandise area.
• Proficiency with Excel and Power BI
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
How To Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your buying career with one of Australia's most trusted home furnishing brands, we'd love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application and don't forget to attach your resume.
Freedom to grow. Freedom to think. Freedom to be.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Product Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in North Ryde offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.
