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Kmart Group comprises two of the most loved iconic retail brands - Kmart (operating in Australia and New Zealand) and Target Australia. As Australia's largest non-food retailer, we operate as one business, with two brands that touch the lives of almost 2 million customers every week across the communities we serve.
Owned by Wesfarmers Limited, in addition to Kmart and Target, Kmart Group also comprises ANKO Global and KAS Group Asia. We operate over 450 stores across Australia and New Zealand, has offices in Australia and around the world, and employs nearly 50,000 team members all focused on making everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families.
Join the team
An exciting opportunity to join Kmart as a Product Designer, Innovation where you will be directly involved in designing the future of Kmart and Target! We're seeking a talented Product Designer to join the design and technology practice in our Innovation team. Based in Mulgrave, you'll collaborate with IT, Central Operations, Stores, CX, Store Design, and technology vendors and will report directly to the Innovation Capability and Strategy Manager.
We are a team that thrives on building to learn, embraces curiosity, and takes pride in contributing to Kmart's future store strategy!
What you'll be doing
As a Product Designer, Innovation working for Kmart, you will:
- Collaborate with designers, researchers, and subject matter experts to gather insights and drive user-centered design.
- Participate in design-led innovation projects, leading the exploration and testing of new solutions
- Utilize multiple prototyping tools and techniques, fostering an environment of continuous experimentation.
- Proactively explore new technologies for innovation projects.
- Actively contribute to the development of innovative solutions, from design to prototype development
- Conduct user testing and iterate designs based on feedback and data analysis.
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar design-led/innovation/product development role, demonstrating a strong portfolio of successful projects.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, Engineering, IT Programming, or a relevant field preferred.
- Experience in developing and supporting end-to-end solutions or applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Proficiency in rapid digital prototyping, showcasing a deep understanding of design thinking principles.
- A proven track record of collaborating across disciplines and driving projects to successful completion.
- Knowledge of hardware prototyping and experimentation is highly desirable.
- An outgoing and engaging style, fostering a collaborative working environment.
- Self-motivated and accountable, capable of taking ownership of responsibilities and driving results independently.
- Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
- 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 & Catch 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!
- 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
- Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office
- We offer inclusive parental leave, a family room and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances
- A dynamic learning and support program
- Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor
- In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch and includes a collaborative space to work in
- A reflection room that can be used for prayer, meditation, or time for you
- A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
- Regular product sample sales with loads of discounted items to purchase
- Wesfarmers is Kmart's parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement
- Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group
From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it! From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day. In-store, online, or Click & Collect - getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
A place you can belong
At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and 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 irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing
If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you - apply now!
We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.
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