Product Manager Lead - Tools (Non-Powered)

About the Opportunity:

This is an exciting chance to step into a key leadership role at a pivotal moment for TTHG. As Product Manager Lead for Non Powered tools, you’ll play a central part in shaping the future of our Private Label strategy and strengthening the product foundations across Total Tools, Mitre 10 and Home Timber & Hardware. You’ll have the opportunity to influence how we collaborate across teams, elevate our product offering, and support our store network with ranges that truly meet customer needs.

Responsible for the full product lifecycle, the Product Manager Lead ensures market competitiveness and profitability across the entire Private Label range within the nominated categories, while fostering strong collaboration with internal teams and external partners, including manufacturers and retailers, to unlock new opportunities and drive innovation.

The role also offers the chance to build strong relationships with our global supplier network, managing the product development process, and ensure quality and commercial alignment. 

What you will be doing:

• Set the strategic direction for your Category Pillar across multiple ranges

• Own the end-to-end product lifecycle from concept to in-market performance

• Shape a consumer-led product roadmap grounded in insights and data

• Drive commercial outcomes — P&L, GM%, EBIT, ROI

• Partner with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams to deliver quality and innovation

• Mentor Senior Product Managers and Product Managers, helping them grow and thrive

• Work cross-functionally with Design, Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain, QA, and more

• Bring bold new ideas to life and champion Private Label growth

You’re likely a match if you are/have:

• 7+ years in product management, category development, or private label

• A proven track record of developing and launching winning products

• Strong commercial and financial acumen

• Experience leading cross-functional programs or mentoring product teams

• Confidence managing suppliers, negotiations, and compliance requirements

• A passion for innovation and continuous improvement

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing, Product Design, or similar (preferred)

About Us:

At the Total Tools & Hardware Group, we’re strengthening local communities one postcode at a time. With over 700 independently owned stores, and powerhouse brands like Total Tools, Mitre 10, and Home Timber & Hardware, we give local retailers the competitive edge they need to take on the big chains — and win.

Now, we’re building something even bigger.

As we continue to shape the future of our Private Label portfolio, we’re looking for a talented and driven Product Manager Lead (Non Powered) to help us turn great ideas into products our customers love.

What’s on offer

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging: 

🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually 

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities 

👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers 

🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion 

⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)  

🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia 

🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited 

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