Business Solution Manager (Mat Leave Cover)
We're a top 30-listed company on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you'll make a difference to millions of Aussie lives.
About the Team
Our Commercial team is a close-knit group of trading experts who shape the future of Coles. We build long-lasting supplier relationships, develop new ideas, and passionately work to help Australians eat and live better every day.
About the Role
This is a fixed-term maternity leave coverage opportunity until March 2026. You will report into our Head of Easy Ordering Optimisation, managing a team of System Optimisation Specialists.
As a Business Solutions Manager, you are the business owner of the Fresh Produce replenishment system Relex, translating business needs into actionable changes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams across the Business unit, digital, and vendors to deliver transformative business and operational outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Drive the design, delivery, stability, and business outcomes of the replenishment solution for Fresh Produce.
* Lead a cross-functional team of 4 to deliver benefits in line with business objectives.
* Deliver business success through sharing valuable SME knowledge and experience on retail and supply chain operations.
* Work with cross-functional teams to manage and deliver peak trade and ad-hoc events, as well as contingency and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) events.
* Identify and implement continuous improvement activities through root cause analysis and maximising use of system functionality and capability.
* Manage system deliverables in terms of schedules, quality, risks, continuous improvement, and communication to enable successful delivery according to Business objectives.
About You and Your Skills
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to bring their ability to interpret data, manage change, identify trends, and confidently communicate them to influence decisions.
You should have:
* 5+ years of supply chain experience in retail or FMCG with strong exposure to replenishment solutions.
* Strong leadership experience, a can-do attitude, and a forward-thinking mindset.
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
* Project management skills, principles, and methodologies preferred, including exceptional organisation and stakeholder management at all levels.
* Demonstrated financial acumen and outcome delivery with strong analytical and numerical skills.
What's in it for You?
We offer flexible working options, office perks, discounts, reward through recognition, opportunities for learning and development, paid parental leave, and investment in your future.
About the Recruitment Process
We're committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities.
Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per annum