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Job no: 512754
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Retail Operations, Merchandise
About the role
As a Product Developer, you will drive end-to-end design and development 4WD, camping and outdoor products at Anaconda and leverage industrial design, project management, cross-functional collaboration to deliver commercially viable, customer-led products.
You will Partner with Merchandise, Sourcing, and Quality teams to ensure alignment on design, manufacturability, cost, and quality.
What you will be doing
- Design & Innovate:
- Lead product development from concept to launch.
- Translate trends into compelling designs.
- Create detailed 2D drawings, 3D models and renders.
- Specify materials, finishes and manufacturing methods.
- Assess and approve prototypes and samples.
- Maintain precise documentation.
- Manage & Collaborate:
- Coordinate with buying, sourcing and quality teams.
- Track timelines and budgets.
- Collaborate across departments for seamless launches.
- Research & Refine:
- Conduct market and competitor analysis.
- Test products in real-world conditions.
- Incorporate user feedback for product improvements.
About You
- Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Product Engineering or related field.
- You will have at least 2-5+ years product development experience (4WD, camping, hiking or outdoor recreation preferred).
- Proficient in 2D/3D CAD software for product design (e.g. Solidworks, Fusion 360, Onshape), and proven experience in sketching and modelling.
- Proficient with rendering tools (e.g. Blender, Keyshot) and able to prepare CMF documentation.
- Able to read and generate 2D dimensioned drawings, familiarity with dimensioning standards (GD&T).
- Strong understanding of design cost factors and proven ability to implement Design for Manufacturing principles in the design process.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing and materials.
- Experience with offshore suppliers and project management.
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Mandarin language skills are desirable.
What’s in it for you?
Spotlight Retail Group prides itself on providing it’s team members incredible career- growth and opportunities as part of the SRG team, we can offer you:
- Exposure to and opportunities across one of Australia’s largest Retailers, with continuing growth
- Career progression, personal development and mentoring
- A culture that rewards initiative and creativity
- Benefits- Work Flexibility, Team Discounts, EAP, Gym Membership Discounts and more
Who We Are
Anaconda has come a long way from our first ever store in Bayswater Victoria, back in 2004. We have grown at a rapid rate and now have over 85+ stores across Australia.
With the largest range of outdoor products in Australia, it is our aim to entertain and educate our customers on what they need for their adventures.
SGH is Australia's largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.
Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Designs, together with the exciting addition of Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as the market leaders within the Australian retail Space.
If you love the outdoors and adventure and are passionate about being a part of our Play More, Pay Less Culture, we want you to be a part of our dedicated team- Apply now.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
No agency enquiries or applications please
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Our Process
Found the perfect Anaconda role for you and want to apply? Great!
You’ll find details on our recruitment process below. Make sure you’re well prepared to keep your nerves at bay and to maximise your chances of making a great impression.
1. Update Your CV
Make sure your CV is up-to- date with your latest skills and experience, and that it’s tailored to the role you are seeking. It is a legal requirement that all Anaconda employees have the right to work in Australia.
2. Apply
You can apply online by selecting the relevant job link above, uploading your CV and completing the online application form.
3. Attend An Interview
If your application has been successful, we will ask you to take part in one or more of the following:
• phone interview
• face-to-face interview
• group interview.
4. Reference & Police Check
As part of the screening process, we will obtain your consent to complete two work-related reference checks and, for roles that require one, a police check.
5. Job Offer
Congratulations! If you have been successful, you will be able to accept your letter of offer online together with an employment pack containing information on
Anaconda and your responsibilities and entitlements.