Strategy Delivery Office Program Manager

Overview

Strategy Delivery Office Program Manager role at Coles Group. You will work across the Group Delivery Office (strategy, capital, delivery, governance and reporting) to ensure transformation frameworks are fit for purpose, including the Coles Delivery framework, which includes tools, templates, and methodologies guiding transformation programs from inception through to execution and benefits realisation. Reporting into our Head of Group Transformation.

Responsibilities

• Offer targeted expertise and support to transformation programs at critical points during the program lifecycle, including early-stage scoping, execution planning, risk management, or navigating complex challenges during delivery.
• Design and drive the adoption of a consolidated PPM tool incorporating use cases from the respective frameworks and existing solutions to drive effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Ensure strategic charters' programs are delivered with high program management rigor, utilising the Coles Delivery framework, maintaining focus on outcomes, benefits realisation, and alignment with the organisation's strategic objectives.

About You and Your Skills

You'll have proven ability to design, implement, and manage comprehensive transformation frameworks that align with organisational goals, with expertise in full program lifecycle management, from scoping to execution and benefits realisation, with a focus on risk management and delivery. You'll also have experience overseeing complex programs across multiple teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with clear outcomes, and the ability to align transformation programs with organisational strategy, balancing business objectives with executional capabilities. Ideally you'll have:

• Advanced skills in methodologies like PMI, Prince2, Agile, with relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP, ScrumMaster)
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet) and frameworks for managing large, complex programs
• Skilled in identifying, mitigating, and managing program risks and issues, ensuring projects stay on track despite challenges
• Experience in resolving complex delivery issues, keeping projects aligned with goals
• Expertise in preparing executive-level presentations, status reports, and performance dashboards
• Experience managing relationships with external vendors, consultants, and other key partners
• Track record of embedding continuous improvement processes in transformation initiatives

What's in it for you?

• Flexible working options, with hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Office perks including gym facilities and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, and access to sample new products before they hit the shelves
• Discounts: 5% discount year-round on supermarket and liquor purchases, with periods of double discount (10%) at various times, plus exclusive member offers
• Recognition through Coles values on the digital platform 'mythanks', with points redeemable in the online shop
• Learning and development opportunities across the business, with career development programs and role-specific training
• Paid parental leave for permanent team members
• Investment in your future: eligibility for the Coles Group employee share plan

About The Recruitment Process

We're committed to building a gender equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. 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 contact details, visit the Our Recruitment Process section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

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