The role

The purpose of this role is to lead the Trenery brand across brand strategy, design, buying, merchandise planning, marketing and visual merchandising.

This role collaborates closely with group functions including Digital, Sourcing & Supply, People, Finance, Real Estate and Technology to deliver on Annual and IBP Revenues & EBIT growth.

Reporting to the Group CEO, this role leads 5 direct reports including Head of Design, Head of Merchandise Planning, Head of Marketing, Head of Buying and Head of Visual Merchandising.

Key responsibilities will include;

• Working closely with the Group Executive team, develop and define the brand vision, strategy and business plan to build a growing, profitable and sustainable business.
• Leverage data and insights to develop and manage the long- and short-term plan for Brand in line with the agreed targets set in the strategic plan.
• Generate opportunity, drive improvements, and experiment new ways forward to create sustainable brand value.
• Deliver the brand financial and strategic targets.
• Ensure product and service experience are of a quality and value that meets the needs of the customer.
• Leverage marketing strategy and initiatives to engage consumers’ hearts and minds, and build the business.
• In collaboration with Group, lead retail operations to provide customers with a world class retail experience.
• Lead a high performance culture that inspires growth
• Empower and enable others through devolved decision making, support and development
• Collaborate across the group, involve others, be inclusive ensuring the right people and capabilities at the right time
• Take a broad view, internally and externally driving responsible decisions at pace
• Grow capability of others through purposeful action and planning, sharing knowledge and enabling others to take action and make decisions
• Lead an inspiring people experience including performance, talent and succession management, development planning and engagement planning.

The Ideal Candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience leading and developing a Brand or multiple verticals of a Brand.
• Proven Brand turnaround experience who thrives in ambiguity.
• Deep understanding of the fashion and consumer product industry.
• Strong strategic thinking and business acumen with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong financial acumen, experienced in P&L management.
• Experienced leader of medium matrixed teams with proven track record in leading a high performance culture, leading change and working horizontally with group partners.
• Inspiring communicator, creates purpose and meaning to bring teams on a journey
• Experience in building and managing strong cross-functional teams.
• Open and curious with a growth mindset
• Deep appreciation for sustainability and sustainable practices. 

About Us

Trenery is an Australian lifestyle brand that celebrates timeless style lived, not worn. Everything we do is guided by our connection to creativity, and commitment to enduring principles of design.

We embrace the beauty and myriad benefits of natural fibres, particularly linen, wool, cotton, silk, and cashmere. From the first sketch to the final stitch, Trenery garments carry a unique story—of creativity, craft and provenance—brought to life with beautiful styling.

This unwavering passion for quality and detail builds genuine relationships with our pieces, ensuring each becomes a true companion and cherished part of your personal style.