HEAD OF PRODUCT – PERFORMANCE APPAREL
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Head of Product to lead the product and design function for a high-growth performance apparel business operating at the forefront of innovation, speed to market, and technical excellence.
This is a senior leadership role with real influence - owning the end-to-end product strategy and guiding the development of purpose-built, high-performance product ranges that serve teams, athletes, and communities nationwide.
Why You’ll Love It
Competitive senior leadership salary
KPI-based bonus when performance targets are achieved
1 day working from home after successful completion of probation
High-impact leadership role with ownership across product, design, and delivery
Opportunity to collaborate with global partners and industry specialists
Join a values-led, fast-moving business with strong momentum and ambition
The Role
As Head of Product, you’ll set the vision and direction for the product portfolio, leading the full lifecycle from concept and design through to production, launch, and in-market performance.
You’ll balance creative vision with technical expertise and commercial discipline, ensuring all products meet brand, margin, quality, and go-to-market expectations. This role requires strong leadership, the ability to influence cross-functionally, and deep experience in performance or technical apparel.
Interested? Email your CV to seirian@whointhezoo.com.au or apply via the link for a confidential discussion in the new year.
*Only suitable candidates will be contacted in relation to their application.
Hiring Consultant: Seirian Puw
Job Code: 1425159
Please note that only those applicants who fit the brief will be contacted in relation to their application.
RESPONSIBILITIES +
- Define and execute the overall product strategy aligned to business objectives
- Lead end-to-end design and development across multiple product categories
- Translate customer, athlete, and market insights into commercially successful ranges
- Own critical path timelines, development milestones, and go-to-market execution
- Partner with suppliers to optimise cost, capacity, quality, and lead times
- Oversee assortment architecture including SKUs, size curves, materials, trims, and packaging
- Ensure robust quality standards and consistent product performance
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations teams
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Product & Design team
- Drive continuous improvement across product processes, governance, and innovation
REQUIREMENTS +
- Proven experience leading product development in performance, sports, or technical apparel
- Strong background managing product from concept through to market
- Deep knowledge of performance fabrics, trims, and embellishment techniques
- Excellent critical path and go-to-market management capability
- Commercially astute with experience optimising cost and margin through supplier partnerships
- Confident leader who can influence senior stakeholders and develop high-performing teams
- Clear communicator with a solutions-focused, collaborative mindset
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, seasonal, and deadline-driven environment