Job Title
We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our team as Head of Strategy, Stores and Innovation. This newly created role will play a critical part in driving our business forward.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering significant transformation programs, developing and executing strategic projects, and embedding transformational change programs. They will be able to partner with key internal stakeholders at the General Manager and Executive levels, assess strategic opportunities to drive financial performance, and provide thought leadership to evolve business strategy through data-driven insights.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Liquor strategy delivery through end-to-end governance, including capital approvals, communication, reporting, and resource management.
* Play an active role in translating strategic concepts into impactful Liquor projects, initiatives, and transformation programs.
* Lead continuous innovation to enhance customer experience, merchandise solutions, and in-store operations.
* Provide accountability for the overall business transition from 3-to-1 brands (known as 'Simply Liquorland').
* Manage PMO delivery for all format-related to delivery, including new space, renewal, and innovation delivery.
Requirements:
* 10+ years' experience in an advanced management role with knowledge of project management principles, approach, and methodologies.
* Proven ability to balance external expertise with internal ownership to ensure sustainable outcomes and build in-house capability.
* Strong ability to navigate through complexity and a dynamic environment while embodying a level of confidence.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide support at various levels of the business.
* Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new concepts and situations.
* Experience leading a large team of professionals who focus on delivering high-quality and commercially beneficial business outcomes.
What We Offer:
* Flexible working options.
* Office perks, including a gym facility, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub, school holiday program, and more.
* Discounts, including 5% discount all year round on Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases, double discounts at various times throughout the year, and hotdeals exclusive to team members.
* Reward through recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform 'mythanks', with points redeemable in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards.
* Opportunities for learning and development, including career development programs and job-specific training.
* Paid parental leave.
* Investment in your future, including our annual team member share plan offer allowing eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
Our Commitment:
* Creating a gender equitable team and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive, and welcoming as the communities we serve.
* Building a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team.
* Encouraging applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities.
* Adjusting our recruitment process to support candidates with disability.