Supply Chain Specialist

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**:
Supply Chain makes life easier, safer, and more sustainable across our network. Our team works with thousands of trusted businesses every day to bring together our suppliers, distribution centres and stores. By keeping those relationships strong and processes running smoothly, we're able to maintain the availability and quality of our products for our customers

**About the role**:
As our next Supply Chain Specialist, you will report through to the Head of Supply Chain - Grocery and will partner with Supply Planners to identify and realise opportunities in the end-to-end supply chain across the Business Unit.

You'll also:

- Provide PMO leadership across Supply Chain projects, in order to deliver end-to-end improvements
- Act as second in charge and provide short term cover for Supply Chain Managers
- Participate in the Supply Chain improvement committee across the Business Units
- Deliver initiatives that are aligned to and support the execution of the Business Units strategy
- Lead the Cost of Goods reduction strategy for Supply Chain within the Business Unit
- Identify development opportunities for Supply Chain team members and support their technical development
- Support the management of working capital across the Business Unit

**About you and your skills**:
You will be part of the supply chain improvement committee and this role will leverage your proven project management and stakeholder management skills. This role will also benefit from your:

- Proven experience in Supply Chain planning, within a Retail or FMCG environment
- A relevant Tertiary Degree or other related qualification
- Demonstrated experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodology
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain processes and cost drivers
- Proven understanding of retail replenishment systems and factors that affect store availability
- Developed data analysis and insight generation skills, with advanced MS Excel skills
- Demonstrated project delivery experience
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across a broad set of stakeholders

**What's in it for you?**:

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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**:
Job ID: 138523

Employment Type: Full time