Commercial Manager

Tait Mitre 10, a leading timber and hardware supplier operating across the Gippsland Region and Metro Melbourne.

With a strong presence across 12 stores and plans for further expansion, Tait Mitre 10 is poised for continued success and innovation. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving business.

Tait Mitre 10 is part of the Total Tools Hardware Group and is a wholly owned entity of Metcash Limited.

We're on the lookout for a commercially savvy, financially sharp leader to step into the role of Commercial Manager. 

As Commercial Manager, you'll be the right hand to the General Manager – a strategic thinker, financial partner, and commercial leader rolled into one. Your mission? To bring clarity to the numbers, support decision-making, and help shape the future of our network through smart forecasting, insightful analysis, and strong collaboration with retail operations.

You'll own the commercial performance of our retail and trade business across the network, providing the intel and influence that drive profitability, effi you're passionate about blending financial strategy with operational execution – and want to play a pivotal role in helping stores thrive – this could be your next move.

About the Opportunity

• Partner with senior leadership to shape financial strategy and operational decisions

• Lead forecasting and budgeting processes with insight-driven accuracy

• Deliver meaningful variance analysis and commentary to inform business performance

• Identify risks, opportunities and ensure compliance with financial policies

• Support retail ops teams with tools, training, and commercial advice to hit their targets

• Own KPI reporting, scenario planning and monthly business reviews (MBRs)

You're Likely a Match

• CA or CPA qualified with strong commercial instincts and operational awareness
• Experience in a fast-paced retail or trade environment
• Advanced financial literacy, strong modelling skills and the ability to distill complex insights
• Confident communicator – able to engage, influence and partner across all levels
• Proficiency in Excel, BI tools, and retail systems (ERP, POS)

What will set you apart?

You're a commercially curious problem-solver with a bias for action and a collaborative mindset. You bring a strong sense of ownership, always thinking a step ahead and focused on delivering results that matter.

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 

About Us  

Join us and be part of something bigger 

Metcash is Australia's leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. 

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the 'Best Store in Their Town' by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.  

We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected. 

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