Range & Space Systems Development Manager

About the role

Coles is looking for a Range & Space Systems Development Manager to lead the governance, optimisation and continuous improvement of the systems, processes and capabilities behind its Range & Space function. This is a 15-month secondment based in Hawthorn, Melbourne, and is full-time. The role sits within the Commercial team, which works with suppliers and business units across the company.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the key subject matter expert for Range & Space platforms and ways of working.
• Manage and enhance Blue Yonder and associated Range & Space systems to support business outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, data quality, system utilisation and operational effectiveness.
• Represent business requirements and priorities with Technology and other support partners.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and the implementation of system enhancements and process improvements.
• Support stakeholders through capability development, training, knowledge sharing and change adoption.

Required profile

• Range & Space experience within a retail environment.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise systems supporting retail merchandising, space planning and range optimisation.
• Proven experience identifying and implementing process and system improvements.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating UAT and supporting system enhancements.
• Analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required skills

• Blue Yonder (essential)
• Category Knowledge Base (CKB) and related system environments
• Experience with CI initiatives, process improvement and system adoption

What we offer

• Hybrid working options and flexible working arrangements.
• Gym facility, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket and fooderie hub.
• 5% discount on supermarket and liquor purchases, with occasional 10% double discounts and member-only deals.
• Digital recognition platform with points redeemable for gifts and gift cards.
• Career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave for permanent team members.
• Annual team member share plan with salary sacrifice option.