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.
Supply Chain makes life easier, safer, and more sustainable across our network. Our team works with thousands of trusted businesses every day to bring together our suppliers, distribution centres and stores. By keeping those relationships strong and processes running smoothly, we’re able to maintain the availability and quality of our products for our customers.
About the Job
We are seeking a "Forecasting Systems Leader" to lead forecasting capability across the Produce business. In this role, you will be responsible for driving forecast accuracy, improving forecasting processes and building capability within a team of specialists. Working closely with Commercial, Supply Chain, Operations and Technology partners, you will ensure high-quality forecasts that support product availability, minimise waste and enable better business decisions.
You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, champion data-driven decision making and help shape the future of forecasting through new tools, processes and ways of working.
This is a 12-month fixed term contract.
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Lead and develop a team of forecasting specialists, providing coaching, direction and technical expertise.
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Drive improvements in forecast accuracy through robust forecasting methodologies, performance analysis and continuous refinement.
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Monitor forecasting performance, identify trends and implement initiatives to improve forecast quality and business outcomes.
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Partner with Commercial, Supply Chain, Operations and Technology teams to align forecasting assumptions and respond to changing business conditions.
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Translate data and business insights into actionable forecasting recommendations that support inventory, availability and waste optimisation.
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Lead forecasting process improvements, governance activities and capability uplift across the team.
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Support the implementation and optimisation of forecasting tools, systems and reporting to enhance planning effectiveness.
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Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on forecasting priorities and outcomes.
About You and Your Skills
You are an analytical and collaborative leader with experience in forecasting, demand planning or supply chain planning. You combine strong technical capability with commercial acumen and enjoy using data to solve complex business challenges. You are comfortable leading teams, influencing stakeholders and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced retail environment.
You will have:
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Experience leading teams within forecasting, demand planning, supply chain planning, retail planning or commercial environments.
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Demonstrated experience improving forecast accuracy through data analysis, forecasting methodologies and performance management.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into business actions.
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Experience working with forecasting systems, planning tools and data-driven decision-making processes.
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The ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders across Commercial, Supply Chain, Operations and Technology functions.
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Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
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Experience leading process improvement or change initiatives within planning or forecasting environments is highly regarded.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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: 184783
Employment Type: Full time
