General Manager of Merchandise

Add expected salary to your profile for insights Are you ready to lead the product engine of Australia’s fastest-growing fitness brand? At LSKD, we don’t just make sportswear; we create a community driven to be 1% Better Every Day. As we scale globally, we’re looking for a visionary General Manager of Merchandise to join our senior leadership team and take ownership of the strategic and commercial performance of our entire product division. This is a high-impact, end-to-end leadership role. You’ll sit at the intersection of creative vision and commercial reality, responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of our product from the initial spark of design to the moment it reaches our community across the globe. The Mission You’ll lead our Design, Product Development, Supply Chain and Merchandise teams to deliver world-class products that align with our brand values. You’ll sit at the intersection of creative vision and commercial reality making sure our range is innovative, profitable and always one step ahead of the curve. This is a people‑first role reporting to the CEO. You’ll build capability at scale, strengthen cross‑functional alignment across Brand, Digital, Retail, Community and Finance, and bring clarity, structure and rhythm to a talented, fast‑growing team. At LSKD, leaders sweep the sheds, roll up their sleeves and get into the detail when it counts. We believe in moving quickly, celebrating wins and failing forward with our learnings. This role suits a leader who thrives in pace, embraces responsibility, and leads from the front. What You’ll Bring - The Experience: Senior leadership experience at GM or Head of Merchandise level within global apparel, activewear or fitness brands. - The Strategy: A proven track record of managing $200M+ portfolios and driving aggressive growth. - The Culture: You live the “1% Better Every Day” mindset. You are a leader who empowers teams rather than micromanaging them. - The Skill: You find the “magic” in the data. You understand how to use analytics to forecast trends without losing the creative soul of the brand. - The Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of retail math, margin, OTB, inventory health and forecasting, with confidence owning revenue and profitability outcomes. - The Product Depth: End‑to‑end expertise across design, product development, merchandising, creative direction and production, with a strong eye for technical excellence. - The Mindset: Passionate about functional fitness, community‑led product, and delivering apparel that inspires, performs and connects. Benefits and perks - Join a founder‑led business, working closely to shape the future of product - Thrive in a vibrant, fun, transparent and collaborative office culture - Location nestled between Brisbane and the Gold Coast – easy commute within reach of your lifestyle - Enjoy epic team member discounts on LSKD gear and exclusive deals struck with local retailers and experiences - Access wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program - Top‑tier paid parental leave program - We invest in you with personal development opportunities, including our LSKD Audible book library, vision and goal setting, workshops, and multi‑day sessions - Grow, develop and empower passionate leaders and teams - Get active with fitness initiatives and community events – on‑site gym, 3× weekly lunchtime team workouts - Reimbursement for participating in fitness events - Be part of a brand that values creativity, innovation, and making our community 1% Better Every Day Why LSKD? LSKD is an Australian‑owned, community‑led brand with a high‑performance culture and global ambition. You’ll work from our world‑class HQ between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, collaborate with driven, like‑minded leaders, and have a genuine seat at the table shaping the future of product at scale. This is more than a role – it’s the opportunity to define the next chapter of LSKD’s product journey. We’re here to inspire the community to be 1% better everyday. LSKD is an Australian‑owned and operated brand founded in Logan, Brisbane that prides itself in producing high‑quality functional sportswear with a street aesthetic. We want to bring our mission and values to life in everything that we do – and want our team to be inspired by this mission too. #J-18808-Ljbffr