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At Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

You’ll be joining a diverse team who come together to collaborate globally around tech. With six purchases made every second, you’ll feel the impacts of the work you’ll do for our millions of customers every day.

We’re focusing on being a customer-led, digitally enabled retailer. Our teams are working with really cool tech from AI/machine learning, IoT, cloud first solutions, to 3D virtual reality product checks and human sized robots named Tory. Join our team, choose your own path and work on projects that excite you.

Join our team

Are you ready to lead a major transformation in supply chain technology? We’re looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Supply Chain Technology team and drive delivery for the Next Gen Distribution Centre program. This is a unique opportunity to work on critical technology components that shape how we plan and prepare for the future of distribution—optimising container yard planning, DC scheduling, and transport management through advanced systems and applications.

This role will be offered as a 12 month, fixed term contract.

You’ll play a key role in delivering technology solutions that provide visibility and control over warehouse operations, ensuring our operations run efficiently and effectively. If you’re passionate about technology in the supply chain space and thrive on managing complex projects, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the delivery of key technology and process components for the Next Gen Distribution Centre program.
• Managing end-to-end project activities including schedule design, build, testing, and implementation.
• Coordinating requirements workshops and working closely with domestic and international supply chain teams.
• Overseeing work across that interacts with multiple Supply Chain systems, including WCS, WMS, and other bespoke applications for planning and preparation.
• Driving project governance, reporting progress to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Managing risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful delivery within agreed timelines.
• Working with mixed onshore and offshore teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Applying agile-inspired delivery practices while maintaining strong project management discipline.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Extensive experience as a Senior Project Manager, ideally 7+ years in complex delivery environments.
• Strong background in supply chain, transport logistics, or a similar industry (mandatory).
• Proven ability to manage projects that interface with multiple domains and stakeholders.
• Experience in financial management, risk and issue management, and scheduling tools (SmartSheets preferred).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A proactive, independent approach combined with the ability to take direction when required.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and working with squads is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Distribution Centre processes and planning will be highly regarded.

Perks and benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
• We’ll provide multiple ways for you to learn from online micro-credentialing in Udemy, support to gain certifications to tech community events and more.
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• We offer inclusive leave and ongoing support for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart & Target on eligible products.
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.

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 [email protected]

Excited about this role, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria? We would still love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

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