Transformation & Delivery Manager, Store Development (Melbourne)

Transformation & Delivery Manager, Store Development We are seeking a Transformation & Delivery Manager to play a pivotal role in delivering large-scale strategic change across our Commercial function. This is a high-impact role for a transformation-focused individual contributor who thrives on turning strategy into action, delivering complex initiatives, and embedding new ways of working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will lead the execution and delivery of major transformation programs, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations and Centres of Excellence. Your work will directly influence how we plan, govern and deliver change, ensuring initiatives are outcome-driven, well‑governed, and embedded sustainably across the business. Responsibilities
- Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of major transformation initiatives, from defining scope and outcomes through to execution, change adoption and perks realisation
- Own project governance, planning and delivery rhythms, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, on brief and to agreed outcomes
- Act as a change agent, embedding new tools, methodologies and ways of working across Commercial and adjacent teams
- Drive cross‑functional collaboration, navigating complex stakeholder landscapes and aligning teams around shared objectives
- Track impact, measure outcomes and continuously refine delivery approaches to scale success
- Translate enterprise and Commercial strategy into clear, actionable roadmaps and delivery priorities
- Leverage data and insights to inform delivery decisions, prioritisation and investment trade‑offs
- Partner with senior stakeholders to build compelling cases for change and support effective decision‑making
- Champion future‑fit delivery practices that improve clarity, accountability and consistency
- Identify opportunities to uplift transformation capability across teams through improved process, governance or ways of working Qualifications and Skills You are a seasoned transformation or delivery skilled who brings structure to ambiguity and momentum to complex environments. You are commercially savvy, outcome‑focused, and known for your ability to bring people with you through change. Your real strength lies in delivering complex transformation at scale and turning strategy into tangible results.
- Proven experience in retail, FMCG, consulting, transformation, or a related commercial field
- Strong exposure to merchandising, category management, or space planning
- Proven experience developing strategy and/or delivering transformation programs in complex organisations
- Demonstrated capability in insights generation and analysis using diverse data sources
- Familiarity with customer segmentation, store clustering, and tailored ranging concepts
- Experience leading or supporting large‑scale business projects (> $5m benefit/cost)
- Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving and communication skills with the ability to simplify complexity
- A proactive mindset with the confidence to challenge, innovate and inspire change Benefits
- Flexible working options: hybrid working to support work‑life balance
- Office perks: gym facility, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini‑Coles supermarket, fooderie hub, school holiday program
- Discounts: 5% discount year‑round on Supermarket and Liquor online and in‑store purchases, additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times, and hotdeals exclusive to team members
- Reward through recognition: 'mythanks' digital platform; accumulate points for online shop purchases
- Opportunities for learning and development: various career development programs and job‑specific training
- Paid parental leave for permanent team members
- Investment in future: annual team member share plan allows pre‑tax salary sacrifice to purchase shares Equal Opportunity Statement We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwmd8