Trainee Product Manager

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia AMES Australasia Pty Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Who we are?

You may not have heard of AMES Australasia before, but we can almost guarantee you own something we've brought to market. Our products are in the hands, sheds, homes and backyards of people all across Australia and New Zealand. We exist to design, create and efficiently supply innovative products that enhance the homes, landscapes and lifestyles of all our customers.

At our core, though, we are problem-solvers. We put our customers' needs at the heart of our decisions, and we have been first to market with innumerable innovations over the decades, fuelled by a combination of customer insights, in-house R&D capability, and carefully selected partnerships that drive us to be better.

We can do all of this because we're really picky about who we choose to join us. We hire people who care about the work, and care for each other. We believe that organisations need to be about purpose as well as profit. And we give our people opportunities that help them realise both 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 suppliers 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?

The Role and Responsibilities:

As a Trainee Product Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting product initiatives that drive business growth and enhance the customer experience. You'll work alongside experienced Product Managers and cross-functional teams to:

  • Monitor product category performance and uncover growth opportunities
  • Assist in researching and developing new product ideas
  • Support product planning, market analysis, and competitor research
  • Coordinate product samples, compliance, and testing activities
  • Help manage product databases, supplier communications, and internal reporting
  • Take ownership of a sub-category and drive real outcomes under mentorship
  • Build hands-on experience with tools like Pronto, , and Microsoft Office

What We're Looking For:

This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone looking to enter the world of product management.

You are:

  • A strong communicator who enjoys working in a team
  • Highly organised with great attention to detail
  • Curious, analytical, and eager to learn
  • Comfortable juggling multiple tasks and deadlines

  • Ready to grow your career in a supportive and fast-paced environment

  • Tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Product Design, or related field

  • Experience in retail, FMCG or manufacturing (advantageous but not essential)
  • A passion for consumer products, product development, or innovation

Why Join AMES?

  • Be part of a trusted, established company with a strong presence in the lifestyle and gardening space
  • Learn from experienced professionals across Product, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain
  • Real responsibility from day one with opportunities to grow and develop
  • Collaborative culture with a focus on continuous learning and innovation
  • Work on products that are used and loved across Australian and New Zealand homes
  • Attractive salary and annual bonus offered
  • Paid Charity Days, Wellness Events and Social Club

Above all, you'll be a terrific fit within the AMES Team, sharing ideas and enhancing the already strong, friendly and hardworking culture, which central to the success of our business.

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