Product Manager

IPD Group is a dynamic ASX listed, Australian owned business. We provide design, development and distribution of electrical products and technologies. Electrical hardware distribution with product assembly and workshop for customised solutions. Electrical vehicle charging hardware and infrastructure solutions, providing complete electrical engineering and service provider in high and low voltage projects. Having operated for 65 years we are trusted partner to our customers. 

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join our Product Management & Marketing team as a Product Manager, with primary responsibility for the day-to-day management of product categories including Enclosures, Thermal Management, Wiring Accessories, Weatherproof Switchgear, and Fusegear.

Reporting to the Business Manager, this position is based in our office at Wetherill Park. 

About the role:

In this role, you will be responsible for managing key supplier relationships, driving product strategy within the wholesale channel, and overseeing product lifecycle activities. You will also collaborate with internal teams to support marketing, sales, and technical training efforts, ensuring the success and growth of your product portfolio.

• Maintaining in-depth technical, application, and market knowledge of Enclosures, Thermal Management, Wiring Accessories, Weatherproof Switchgear, and Fusegear, with a strong understanding of the Australian market landscape, key competitors, relevant standards, and legislative requirements.
• Overseeing product portfolio, including inventory, pricing, and lifecycle management.
• Defining and executing product strategy for the wholesale channel, including pricing, partner selection, rebates, market access, and managing channel conflict.
• Developing and implementing business and marketing plans while identifying and introducing new products aligned with market trends and growth opportunities.
• Managing supplier relationships and collaborating on product development, quality, and issue resolution.
• Serving as the technical point of contact for customers, suppliers, and the sales team and supports the Applications Team in front-line technical and application support.
• Delivering technical training to internal teams and external customers
  
   

About you:

• Electrical Engineer or Trade-Qualified Electrician or equivalent industry experience
• Product Management experience preferred
• Proven knowledge of wholesale channel operations with experience in sales, presales, solution engineering, or technical consulting.
• Skilled in developing proof-of-concepts and solution demonstrations
• Proficient with design tools, industry software, and technical documentation platforms
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• Strong problem solving skills with a customer-centric focus
• Experienced in using CRM systems to manage customer interactions
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and planning capabilities
• Willingness to travel as required

About us:

IPD Group is a dynamic ASX listed, Australian owned business. We provide design, development and distribution of electrical products and technologies. Electrical hardware distribution with product assembly and workshop for customised solutions. Electrical vehicle charging hardware and infrastructure solutions, providing complete electrical engineering and service provider in high and low voltage projects. Having operated for 65 years we are trusted partner to our customers.

Be an integral part of our team when you take up this exciting opportunity.

If this sounds like the role and team for you, please send us your resume with a cover letter telling us why this is the role for you. We will be reviewing applications as we receive, so if you have the skills and experience, we are seeking, submit your application now.

IPD is proud to have a diverse and inclusive workplace, with a team of over 600 people representing more than 30 different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to fostering a culture that values diversity, equity, and human rights, ensuring that every individual feels respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. We welcome people from all cultures, backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and religious beliefs.

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You must have the right to work in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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