We’ve been proudly serving Australian communities since 1914 and have grown to become a top 30-listed company on the ASX with a portfolio of iconic homegrown brands. At the heart of our continued success is over 115,000 team members working across the country, all contributing to bringing our customers smiles. You’ll not only get to see your work make a difference, you’ll be part of a team working together to help Australians eat and live better every day.

About the team

Coles 360 is all about connections. It’s how we connect with customers at every turn of their lives. It’s how we use the power of Coles’ shopper data to maximise that connection. It’s how we partner at levels to drive more meaningful campaigns and measure the impact they create. Coles 360 combines the power of customer connections, media connections and partner connections to offer brands a one-stop media solution.

About the role

This is a great opportunity to join Coles Retail Media as a Category Media Specialist, working within a fast-growing team that is transforming how brands connect with customers through data-led, market-leading media solutions.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for growing revenue for a sizeable portfolio within the Coles business. You’ll partner closely with category teams, agencies and suppliers to deliver targeted campaigns across this portfolio, using consumer insights and commercial thinking to drive revenue growth and continuous improvement.

You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment with strong on-the-job learning, exposure to a dynamic commercial landscape, and the chance to help shape the future of retail media at Coles.

We have 2 opportunities available, a permanent full-time role and a 12-month fixed-term full-time role, based at Cremorne two days per week and one day at Coles' Head Office in Hawthorn East.  Applications close Friday 13th February.

What you will do

You’ll own the development, delivery and optimisation of media campaigns while driving strong commercial outcomes across the Frozen portfolio.

You’ll also

• Develop targeted media strategies using data and consumer insights
• Partner with category teams, agencies and suppliers to deliver effective campaigns
• Manage campaign performance, budgets and optimisation
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to unlock growth opportunities
• Analyse results to inform future planning and continuous improvement
• Support revenue growth through tailored media solutions 

About you and your skills

You’ll bring 5+ years of relevant experience and a strong commercial mindset, with confidence working with data and stakeholders in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You may bring experience from media agency, retail media or publisher environments, with a demonstrated understanding of campaign execution, performance optimisation and commercial outcomes.

You’re curious, commercially minded, and enjoy working across teams to deliver impactful, data-led marketing solutions.

You’ll also have:
 

• Strong stakeholder and communication skills
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Analytical capability to turn insights into action
• A collaborative and customer-focused approach.

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What’s in it for you?

• 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

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. 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.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email [email protected]

Job ID: 175980

Employment Type: Fixed Term