Business Unit Manager
7 days ago
Join Total Tools and Hardware Group as a Business Unit Manager – Lead the Trade Category
About the Opportunity:
Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a real impact in Australia's hardware industry? At Total Tools and Hardware Group (TTHG), we're more than just a supplier — we're a powerhouse supporting over 600 independent stores nationwide. With trusted brands like Mitre 10 and Home Timber & Hardware, we're strengthening local communities one postcode at a time.
This is a senior leadership role working directly with the Hardware Group, focused on the Trade category — one of the most commercially significant areas of our business. You'll be responsible for leading a high-performing team of Merchants, owning the strategy, and driving performance across a national network.
What you will be doing:
As our Business Unit Manager, you will:
- Lead, coach, and develop a dedicated team of Category Managers and Merchants
- Drive sales, margin, and supplier income targets across key trade-focused categories
- Shape and execute forward-thinking category and promotional strategies
- Build strong supplier partnerships and lead commercial negotiations
- Stay ahead of industry trends to identify new opportunities for innovation
- Be a visible leader across the TTHG network, working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders and retail partners
- Influence major business decisions and represent Merchandise at executive level
You're likely a match if you are/have:
- An experienced leader – You've managed teams in a fast-paced retail or trade environment and know how to coach, motivate, and hold people accountable
- Commercially sharp – You understand the full P&L and know how to build margin while delivering customer value
- Category-savvy – You bring deep knowledge of category management, product lifecycle, ranging and promotional planning
- A strong communicator & influencer – You're confident dealing with senior internal stakeholders and suppliers, and able to bring others on the journey
- Retail or trade focused – Experience in hardware, construction, building materials, or trade-based industries is highly desirable
- Innovative and data-driven – You combine creativity with a keen eye for detail and the ability to turn data into clear direction
Join the TTHG Family
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. Whether it's trade-quality tools from Total Tools or reliable hardware from Mitre 10 and HTH, TTHG is the powerhouse behind the stores that keep Australia building.
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
Ready to lead a high-impact team and shape the future of Trade at TTHG?
Apply now and help us give locals the tools to build stronger communities — literally
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