At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a strategic category in hardware, driving promotions and supplier relationships.
- Company: Join Total Tools & Hardware Group, a leader in the hardware retail industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy extra leave, career growth opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with a focus on well-being and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-impact role with hands-on execution and strategy.
- Qualifications: Experience in Category Management and strong commercial acumen required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
About the Opportunity
An opportunity has arisen for a Category Manager to join our Trade Merchandise team at our Heatherton National Support Office. This is a high-impact role where you’ll take ownership of one of our trade categories in our hardware pillar.
With the support of a Category Assistant, you’ll work closely with major suppliers, drive promotional programs that genuinely excite customers, and partner with stores to shape ranges that win on value, relevance and profitability. This role offers deep exposure to supplier negotiations, promotional strategy, trend-led ranging and store collaboration - ideal for a commercially sounded Category Manager who enjoys both strategy and hands-on execution.
What you’ll be doing:
- Owning the end-to-end performance of a highly strategic category
- Managing a large, complex SKU base with a strong focus on commercial outcomes
- Building and leading strategic supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, trading terms and promotional plans
- Delivering engaging promotional programs that drive sales and customer interest
- Partnering closely with stores to gather feedback, shape ranges and ensure the category delivers at store level
- Staying on top of customer trends, and category developments to keep the range relevant and market-leading
You’re likely a match if you have:
- Proven experience in Category Management, Buying or Merchandise roles
- Strong commercial acumen with confidence negotiating with large, branded suppliers
- Experience managing complex ranges, pricing structures and promotional programs
- A customer-first mindset with the ability to translate trends into commercial outcomes
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to balance margin, income and competitiveness
- The confidence to partner cross-functionally with stores, suppliers and internal teams
- Knowledge in Trade/Building Supplies will be beneficial but not essential
What’s on offer:
- 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
About Us
At Total Tools & Hardware Group (Part of Metcash), we’re more than just a group of hardware and tool retailers — we’re a national network helping build stronger communities. Backed by trusted brands like Mitre 10, Total Tools, and Home Timber & Hardware, TTHG supports independently owned, joint venture, and company-owned stores across Australia. With a strong focus on local ownership and expert advice, we give tradies, builders, and DIYers the edge they need to tackle any job — big or small.
Category Manager employer: Metcash
At Metcash, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that combines the heart of a small business with the strength of a large corporation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programs and a culture that values flexibility, inclusivity, and well-being, including extra leave and gender-neutral parental leave. Join us in making a meaningful impact on independent businesses and local communities while thriving in a supportive and dynamic work environment.
