JOB DESCRIPTION
We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.
About the team
Central Operations is the engine room of our supermarket business. Our team cares for, supports, and empowers our retail teams across the country. We help them be at their best, so they can deliver the best experiences for our customers every day.
About the role
We are looking for a “Change Management” subject matter expert to support our centralised project management function at Coles.
We aim to make the lives of our store teams easier through delivering large scale projects that increase efficiency and implement “forward thinking” ways of operating.
You will also:
* Lead a team of change and deployment professionals
* Define and implement strategic direction of change management frameworks for projects delivered across the business
* Undertake capability assessments to ensure change readiness across the organisation
* Coach leaders on best practice and ensure line managers are competent in delivering change
* Contribute to the development of strategies and setting strategic priorities
About you and your skills
You will have:
* Experience leading a diverse team of high-performing professionals
* Extensive experience delivering large scale change initiatives (in a retail and/or operations environment will be considered favourably)
* A successful track record in contributing to large scale, organisation-wide change capability
* The ability to navigate both complex project environments and a diverse stakeholder group
* An understanding of store operations, merchandise functions and inventory would be highly beneficial
What’s in it for you?
* Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
* Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
* Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
* Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
* Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
* Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
* Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
About the recruitment process
We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au
Job ID: 135461
Employment Type: Full time