Head of People & Culture – National Supply Chain & Field Sales
At Metcash, you're part of something bigger.
We've got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.
When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:
Grow your career with tailored development programs
Thrive your way with flexible work options
Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team
At Metcash Food, we're the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1,600 independently owned stores across Australia and New Zealand.
With trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells/C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.
About The Opportunity
We're seeking aHead of People & Culture – National Supply Chain and Field Salesto lead strategic people initiatives across our national supply chain and state operations, including major Distribution Centres and sales teams (a workforce of 2,700).
This is a new role, brought in to help fundamentally shift the people experience, capability and talent/workforce approach across the nation.
You won't be focused on operational matters; we've got a team of great HR peers to take care of that.
You'll slant towards future-focused, strategy improvements.
In this role you'll report to the GM P&C – Food and lead a team of two business partners, whilst collaborating and relying on experts across the wider P&C team to deliver seamless people operations on your behalf (such as recruitment, advice, ER, payroll, etc.).
You'll partner closely with 6 General Managers, driving a people strategy closely linked to their business strategies and transformation agenda.
In this Role
Be the thought leader on shifting the people experience of our teams closest to our customers – in our distribution centres and sales teams
Lead organisational design and cultural transformation initiatives across the nation
Drive change management and people-based transformation strategies for major growth initiatives
Build leadership capability across all levels, from distribution centre through to senior leaders
Coach, mentor, and guide Senior P&C Business Partners to drive impact and alignment
Strengthen future workforce planning, talent pipelines, succession depth, and retention for critical operational roles
Develop and implement strategic workforce plans across national operations and frontline populations
Collaborate across a matrix P&C structure to deliver group-aligned initiatives with local impact
You're Likely a Match If
Like looking to the future, imagining what's possible, and delivering a strategy that brings that vision to life
Love doing work that will make a difference, and have a track record of delivering nation-wide initiatives that have high impact
10+ years of HR leadership experience in large, matrixed organisations similar to our size (and experience with supply chain)
Passion for unlocking talent, driving engagement, and building a values-led performance culture
Strong track record in workforce strategy, organisational development, and cultural transformation that makes a difference
Ability to navigate complexity and adapt to changing business contexts with confidence
Experience coaching and influencing senior leaders to elevate performance and accountability
What's On Offer
We're proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
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Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
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Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
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Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
?? Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA *********)
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Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
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Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited
About Us
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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