Who We Are You may not have heard of AMES Australasia before, but there’s a good chance you’ve used something we’ve brought to market. Our products can be found in homes, gardens, sheds, and backyards across Australia and New Zealand. We exist to design, create, and efficiently supply innovative products that enhance homes, landscapes, and lifestyles. At our core, we are problem-solvers. We put our customers’ needs at the heart of every decision, and over the decades, we’ve led the market with countless innovations. This has been driven by a combination of customer insights, in-house R&D, and carefully selected partnerships that push us to be better. We achieve this by being selective about who we bring on board. We hire people who care about their work and care for each other. We believe organizations should be about purpose as well as profit, and we provide opportunities that help our people reach their personal and professional potential through these values: Keep our Customers FIRST Have a positive, caring, and family attitude Keep it real: open and honest, always BE the change we seek Have a passion for winning Make it Happen Seek ‘Win-Wins’ for all Treasure creativity CELEBRATE… together We also enjoy the backing of The AMES Companies, Inc. (the largest supplier of non-powered landscaping products in the United States) as a subsidiary of Griffon Corporation (NYSE: GFF). We are AMES Australasia. Want to join us? About the Role As Product Manager in this role you will be be responsible for the end-to-end management of our Watering Product portfolio looking after multiple well know household brands, across different customers in Australia and New Zealand. This includes everything from market and trend analysis to product development, pricing, range planning, and supplier management. You’ll work closely with design, sales, and procurement teams to ensure our watering solutions remain competitive, profitable, and aligned with our brand values. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic development of the Watering product portfolio in line with market trends and customer demand Conduct range reviews, manage SKU lifecycles, and identify gaps and opportunities Collaborate with local and international suppliers on the sourcing and development of new watering solutions Monitor portfolio performance and make data-driven decisions to improve margin, turnover, and sell-through Partner with sales and marketing teams to execute category plans and promotional strategies Stay ahead of industry trends, seasonal themes, and competitor activity in the watering segment Skills & Experience 3 years’ experience in category/product management, buying, or product development (homewares, gardening, or FMCG preferred) Strong commercial acumen with proven ability to analyze data and drive results Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills Creative eye with understanding of design, trend, and consumer preferences in gardening/watering solutions Highly organized with strong project management skills Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems Above all, you'll be a terrific fit within the AMES team, sharing ideas and strengthening our friendly, hardworking, and collaborative culture. On Offer Attractive remuneration package and bonus structure High-growth company with a collaborative, fun, and inclusive work culture Career progression and learning & development opportunities Social club and wellness activities Paid volunteer days Modern office with onsite parking and convenient facilities within walking distance
