Strategic Business Development Leader

1 week ago


Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia Coles Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Business Development Leader to join our Coles Group team.

As a key member of our Finance team, you will be responsible for leading the Coles Business Development Strategy. This includes managing the creation of new businesses within Coles through partner selection, organic growth or acquisition, as well as providing advice and insights to the Leadership Team on relevant business opportunities.

A strategic self-starter and diligent people leader, you will proactively identify opportunities and develop and maintain a pipeline of acquisitions with follow through to deal closure. You will stay proactive and strategic in your ways of working, enabling your team to succeed.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Creating and delivering strategic business development plans including new ventures and businesses
  • Maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions, influencing potential direction for Coles Group
  • Developing commercial propositions for Coles products and services that clearly articulate the value proposition and commercial terms underpinning those business opportunities
  • Acting as liaison to other areas of the Coles business including Investor Relations and Strategy
  • Providing strategic advice, insights and processes to the CFPO function and Coles Group Leadership Team on business opportunities

You will come from a mergers and acquisitions background, preferably with experience in the consumer or food sectors. You will have demonstrated experience in identifying businesses to purchase, business sizing, evaluations, negotiations, post agreement integrations, and deal closures.

You will also possess:

  • Extensive knowledge of retail trading businesses and products across the customer lifecycle
  • Proven capacity for strategic thought leadership and the aptitude of seeking creative solutions for the Financial Services businesses
  • Possess exceptional relationship and communication skills, interacting effectively with senior executives
  • Proven skills in financial modelling, interpretation of legal agreements and commercial terms, strategy development, and retail business understanding

The salary for this role is estimated to be around $180,000 - $220,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Coles offers a range of benefits, including good work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and excellent compensation benefits. We have an empowering and inclusive culture with open and effective management providing career stability.

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.

Job ID: 120122

Employment Type: Full time



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