About The Opportunity

We have an exciting chance for a Category Manager to join our Merchandise team on a Fixed Term Maternity Leave contract through to June 2027.

Date: 24 Jul 2026

Location: Heatherton, VIC

Company: Metcash

With the support of a Category Assistant, you’ll work with one of the largest supplier groups, requiring strong relationship management, clear communication and a hands‑on approach. This is a fantastic role for someone with strong understanding of category fundamentals and the energy to manage a fast‑moving, operationally complex portfolio.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Owning the end‑to‑end performance of a sizeable category
- Negotiating trading terms and developing compelling promotional offers to drive sales
- Managing a large and diverse supplier base
- Partnering closely with stores to manage ranging and product set‑up within systems
- Handling high levels of supplier engagement, queries and issue resolution with a practical, solutions‑focused mindset
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Using customer trends and store insights to guide ranging, availability and category decisions

You’re Likely a Match If You have

- Experience in Category Management, Buying or Merchandise within retail or FMCG
- Strong commercial judgement and confidence managing high‑volume categories




- Experience working with large numbers of suppliers, including smaller or less‑commercial operators
- The ability to manage complexity, seasonality and competing priorities
- Solid decision‑making skills with a practical, hands‑on approach
- Strong communication skills and the energy to stay on top of a busy supplier portfolio

What’s On Offer

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

- Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
- 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, we support independently owned, joint venture, and company‑owned stores across Australia. With a strong focus on local ownership and expert advice, we help tradies, builders, and DIYers tackle every job with confidence.

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