Trainee Product Manager

Trainee Product Manager 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 FIRSTHave a positive, caring and family attitudeKeep it real.
open and honest... always.BE the change we seekHave a passion for winningMake it HappenSeek 'Win-Wins' for allTreasure creativityCELEBRATE... 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 opportunitiesAssist in researching and developing new product ideasSupport product planning, market analysis, and competitor researchCoordinate product samples, compliance, and testing activitiesHelp manage product databases, supplier communications, and internal reportingTake ownership of a sub-category and drive real outcomes under mentorshipBuild 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 teamHighly organised with great attention to detailCurious, analytical, and eager to learnComfortable juggling multiple tasks and deadlinesReady 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 spaceLearn from experienced professionals across Product, Sales, Marketing, and Supply ChainReal responsibility from day one with opportunities to grow and developCollaborative culture with a focus on continuous learning and innovationWork on products that are used and loved across Australian and New Zealand homesAttractive salary and annual bonus offeredPaid 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.