Profit Protection Project Lead

Profit Protection Project Leadrole atTarget Australia
We're looking for a Profit Protection Project Lead to drive initiatives that safeguard value across Kmart Group.
In this role, you'll lead the design, delivery, and execution of shrink reduction and risk mitigation projects that directly impact profitability and operational efficiency.
Sitting at the intersection of Profit Protection, Operations, and cross-functional teams, you'll translate data-driven insights into practical, scalable solutions that reduce loss, enhance processes, and embed sustainable controls.
With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, you'll collaborate with key partners across Merchandise, Property, Store Operations, and other key support office functions—ensuring initiatives are effectively adopted, supported by deep loss prevention expertise, and deliver measurable, long-term outcomes.
What will you do?
Identify shrink reduction opportunities based on internal insights overlaid with industry trends
Lead end-to-end delivery of shrink reduction and risk mitigation projects, ensuring they're delivered on time, within budget, and to scope
Analyse shrink, operational, and performance data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement
Work closely with Profit Protection, Operations, and Store teams to design and implement solutions that are practical, store-ready, and sustainable
Manage timelines, budgets, and reporting to track ROI and benefits realisation
Support training and adoption to ensure initiatives are embedded into BAU
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure projects deliver measurable outcomes
What are we looking for?
Strong background in Profit Protection, loss prevention, or operational risk
Experience in project coordination or management within retail
Solid project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple initiatives
Strong analytical mindset, with proven experience using data to drive decision-making
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, across store and support office levels
A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on delivering results
Benefits We'll Offer
Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy
Access to our team member discount program which can be used across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks
A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible product
Access to our benefits program, which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers
Opportunity to participate in a bonus program for eligible team members
Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office
Inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through our partnership with Circle In
A dynamic learning and support program
Mentor Program opportunities (as a Mentee or Mentor)
Kudos recognition program
Salary Sacrifice share purchases through Wesfarmers for eligible employees
Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
A place you can belong
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate.
We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed.
We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.
We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like by emailing .
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Retail
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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