Product Owner - Planning & Merchandise

Brighter Futures Start HereWe are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you'll feel the impact of the work you'll do every day. Join our team in our unwavering promise to make everyday living brighter by providing great value products at the best prices for Australian and New Zealand families.As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours. We're changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.Join the teamEmbark on an exciting journey with Kmart Australia as a Product Owner - Planning and Merchandise within the Planning & Inventory Function, working on the development of a unified system for two renowned brands, Kmart and Target Join our dynamic team and be part of a collaborative environment where innovation and technology converge to shape the future of retail.What you'll be doingAs a Product Owner - Planning and Merchandise you will:

• Work closely with our technology team to align development efforts with our future business vision.
• Drive the development of a unified system for two distinct brands.
• Ensure alignment between business goals and technology solutions, serving as a bridge between business stakeholders and the technology team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, creating alignment and driving decision-making across diverse groups.
• Utilize analytical skills to capture and leverage data and insights, driving informed decision-making.
• Stay abreast of ecommerce trends and technologies, bringing valuable knowledge and insights to enhance our technological landscape.

To be successful in this role you'll have:

• Demonstrated experience as a Product Owner or Manager, well-versed in product life cycle, MVP, and iterative development.
• Experience working in an Agile environment, with Agile certification considered a plus.
• Exceptional planning, communication, presentation, negotiating, and influencing skills.
• Highly analytical with the ability to capture and utilize data and insights for decision-making.
• Strong critical reasoning skills and the ability to challenge the status quo.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, creating alignment and driving decision-making.
• Good business judgment, willing to make difficult decisions and constructively challenge existing practices.
• Ability to create a constructive feedback environment that adds value.
• Knowledge and interest in ecommerce trends and technologies.

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
• 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

We're here to make everyday living brighterFrom 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 belongWe 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 do well when applying or working with us, therefore we encourage you to let us know by emailing if you would like any adjustments.We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.#LI-Hybrid