Product Portfolio Manager

STIHL Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance subsidy up to $2400 p

Additional superannuation co-contrib.

Income protection insurance (TPD)

Gym Subsidy $290/yr

Purchase Leave 50/52

Volunteer and charity programs

Social club and events

Employee Assistance Support

Flexible working arrangements / hybrid

End of year Christmas Party

Employee Awards and Service Recogniton

Flu vaccination and Skin Checks

Training, development and coaching

Job summary

STIHL AUSTRALIA is seeking a Senior Product Portfolio Manager, Oceania, based at Knoxfield, Victoria with hybrid flexibility. You will own the strategic management of a broad product portfolio across the lifecycle, blending customer insights, technical know-how and commercial acumen to drive growth.

You’ll lead portfolio planning, launches, and lifecycle activities, collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, and travel across Australia and NZ to engage dealers and end users.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years product management experience managing a full product lifecycle.
• Technical or engineering qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with international product development teams.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across geographies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product portfolio strategies aligned with STIHL Oceania and global goals.
• Manage the innovation pipeline and identify opportunities via market insights.
• Lead portfolio planning, launches governance, and lifecycle management.
• Provide oversight of launches, regulatory approvals, market readiness.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Training.
• Travel domestically across Australia and New Zealand.

Skills

Product management

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive presentation

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering or related degree

Job description

AtSTIHL, we’re here for a reason and for each other. For 100 years, our story has been one of people who believe that their work can make a difference. What began as a small family business has grown into a global community connected by shared values and a sense of purpose that goes beyond products.

We’re here to innovate with integrity, to challenge what’s possible and to create something that lasts. At STIHL, we combine long heritage with a modern corporate culture which is characterized by diversity, equal opportunities and continuous development. When we understand why we do what we do, work becomes more than a job, it becomes a reason to grow, to connect and to lead change together.

That’s the spirit that defines our culture. That’s what it means to be HERE FOR AREASON.

Join STIHL AUSTRALIA

Here, we will provide you with clarity about what success looks like and how to get there. STIHL is a family-owned company, with a global reach and a large Australian presence. Known for our high-quality products and a strong reputation for reliability and state-of-the-art German engineering technology, STIHL has grown to be a household name and is the number one chainsaw brand worldwide. Voted as Australia’s most trusted brand of Outdoor Power Equipment, we employ over 115 staff in Australia, and over 20,000 employees worldwide, distributing through an extensive network of more than 700 specialist dealers and retailers in both rural and metropolitan markets.

Our reputation is grounded in German engineering, innovation, and quality—but what truly sets us apart is our people and the inclusive culture we’re building every day.

We recognise that great teams are diverse teams. Whether you’re experienced in this industry or bringing transferable skills from another field, we encourage you to apply.

Employee Engagement and Culture

STIHL recognizes that its people are its greatest asset. Each year we conduct the Gallup employee engagement survey, implementing measurable action plans and pulse checking progress to ensure we continue to uplift the experience of our people. As a result, employee engagement is at an all-time high. Our people love working here and our focus remains on their Success, Growth and Experience.

At STIHL we offer so much more.

Competitive remuneration including base salary of $125,000 plus superannuation and a comprehensive range of employee benefits.

Health insurance subsidy up to $2400 per year (couple/family)

Additional superannuation co-contribution

Income protection insurance (TPD)

Gym Subsidy of $290 per year

Purchase Leave 50/52

Volunteer and charity programs

Social club and other work events to bring our people together

Employee Assistance Support (counselling) to you and your family

Flexible working arrangements / hybrid

End of year Christmas Party

Employee Awards and Service Recognition

Flu vaccination and Skin Checks

Training, development and coaching

Our people say they feel like we are ONE TEAM. We Bleed Orange. We love what we do, and we love who we do it with. There is a strong sense of belonging and feeling valued. We genuinely care about our team’s satisfaction and engagement.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Product Portfolio Manager, Oceania, you will be responsible for the strategic management of a portfolio of products and accessories throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will combine customer insights, technical expertise, commercial acumen and international collaboration to bring innovative products to market and optimise portfolio performance. This role is based at our Knoxfield, Victoria Head Office, with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

What you’ll be doing

Develop and execute product portfolio strategies aligned with STIHL Oceania and global business objectives.

Manage the innovation pipeline and identify new product opportunities through market analysis, customer feedback and competitive assessment.

Develop business cases, pricing strategies and product positioning recommendations to drive profitable growth.

Lead portfolio planning, product launch governance and lifecycle management activities.

Provide strategic oversight of product launches, regulatory approvals, certifications and market readiness activities.

Evaluate post-launch performance and provide recommendations to regional leadership and global product management teams.

Conduct regular field visits with dealers, key accounts, product testers and end users to identify market trends and customer needs.

Present product strategies, recommendations and portfolio performance insights to local and international executive stakeholders.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Technical Services and Training.

Participate in international product development, testing and evaluation programs.

Support and mentor team members while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Represent STIHL at industry events, dealer meetings, product launches and international conferences.

This role requires regular domestic travel throughout Australia and New Zealand and flexibility to work outside standard business hours when collaborating with international stakeholders across multiple time zones.

What you’ll bring

To be successful in this position, you will bring a combination of product management expertise, technical knowledge and commercial capability.

Demonstrated success developing and implementing product strategies that deliver market growth and profitability.

Experience analysing market opportunities, customer requirements and competitor positioning to drive strategic decisions.

Proven ability to influence and communicate with senior stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.

Advanced analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills.

Experience presenting complex business recommendations to executive audiences.

Strong project management, prioritisation and organisational capabilities.

Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative international environment.

Minimum 3-5 years product management experience managing a full product lifecycle

Technical, engineering or related business qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.

Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE), agricultural machinery, forestry equipment, power tools or similar industry experience.

Experience working with international product development teams.

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia at the time of application.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At STIHL, we are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone regardless of gender, could grow and succeed. We support the development, remuneration and fair treatment of all employees, and provide inclusive parental leave to help all parents balance career and family.

We know that not everyone has considered a career in outdoor power equipment and that’s exactly why we value curiosity. This is an industry where practical innovation, evolving technology and real‑world impact come together, offering meaningful and rewarding career pathways. We encourage all genders to explore these opportunities, bring fresh perspectives, and discover a field where their contribution can truly make a difference.

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