Full time position
Montréal Head Office

About Maguire and the position

Maguire is a growing footwear and accessories brand founded by two sisters with a mission to make designer-quality products more accessible. Designed in Montréal and sold directly to consumers through our boutiques and online store, we are entering an exciting phase of growth with new markets, new stores, and ambitious plans ahead.

Reporting directly to the founder and head of design, you'll own the full product lifecycle: from trend research and collection planning to product development, purchasing, pricing, and performance analysis. You'll work closely with our European manufacturing partners, marketing team, and retail teams to bring each collection to life — on time, on brand, and on budget.

This role is ideal for someone who combines a strong sense of style and creativity with exceptional analytical, organizational, and project management skills. 

What We Offer

• A growing brand where you can make a real impact.

• Exposure to international markets (Canada, United States, and Europe) 

• Group insurance, including dental care

• Friday afternoons off during the summer

• A day off on your birthday 

• Additional time off during the holidays (no Boxing Day!) 

• A free pair of shoes per season and discounts on products

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Collection Planning

• Conduct trend research and market analysis to inform seasonal direction

• Develop seasonal product strategies aligned with company objectives

• Build collection architecture and product assortment plans

• Create seasonal moodboards, color palettes, and product stories

• Define seasonal product priorities and key launches

• Ensure consistency with Maguire's brand identity

• Manage the product calendar
  

Product Development

• Create tech packs for the factories

• Coordinate product development with factories and suppliers

• Select materials, colors, and finishes

• Manage sample development and approvals

• Approve the fit of the shoes

• Maintain product documentation and technical files
  
  

Merchandising, Buying & Performance

• Analyze sell-through, inventory performance, and key KPIs

• Identify reorder opportunities and manage replenishment strategies

• Participate in pricing decisions, negotiation, and margin optimization

• Support vendor negotiations and costing analysis

• Prepare orders in collaboration with the management team

• Help manage Open-to-Buy budgets

• Coordinate transportation and logistics from manufacturing partners to warehouses

• Prepare reports and use data to improve assortment, pricing, and inventory decisions
  
  

Product Launch

• Collaborate with marketing to ensure products are presented accurately across all channels and to coordinate launches

• Ensure product information and imagery are accurate

• Collaborate closely with retail and e-commerce teams
  
  

Profile

• Degree in design, industrial design or fashion management or related fields

• 3+ years in product development or merchandising

• Experience in buying, inventory planning, or OTB management an asset

• Experience in footwear or accessories an asset

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Figma

• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management

• Excellent trend forecasting and market awareness

• Ability to balance creativity and business objective

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

• Entrepreneurial mindset
  
  

Job Details

• Full-time, 35 hours per week

• Start date: as soon as possible

• Salary and vacation based on experience, in addition to the benefits listed above

• Hybrid model: in-office and remote

• Office located at 5365 Saint-Laurent Blvd., Montreal (Mile End)
  

If this offer resonates with you, send us your resume at info@maguireshoes.com. We look forward to meeting you!