Marketing Planning Coordinator - Hawthorn East

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team

As one of the biggest brands in Australia, we connect with millions of Australians  each week. Whether it’s connecting our customers with relevant content through digital innovation, omni-channel storytelling or impactful advertising that reaches 98% of Australians, our Marketing team play an important role in driving our brand forward, helping Australians eat and live better every day.

About the role 

This exciting 12-month secondment opportunity is a hybrid role, giving you exposure to the foundations of category marketing while supporting a close-knit team.  

You’ll play a key role in supporting Category Marketing Managers across Health, Beauty, and Baby—areas that feature prominently in our weekly catalogue. From major events like spring cleaning to baby-focused promotions, you’ll help shape campaigns that land with impact and resonate with our customers. 

Applications close on 24 September. For any questions, please reach out to Emma Jones. 

What you will do 

Working alongside our Category Marketing Managers, you’ll be responsible for coordinating catalogue activity and providing critical process support to ensure campaigns are delivered on time, every time.  

This role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to be proactive in managing multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

You will also 

• Manage timelines, deadlines, and cyclical activity across weekly catalogue pages and category events 
• Coordinate inputs across merchandising, marketing, finance, and other key stakeholders 
• Support the build and execution of catalogue and category trade plans 
• Act as a central point of contact, confidently engaging with senior stakeholders where needed 
• Ensure catalogue content is delivered accurately and on brand, every week 
• Drive continuous improvement and process efficiency in how we deliver campaigns. 

About you and your skills 

You are a proactive, detail-oriented marketer who thrives on managing deadlines and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.  

You’re confident in communication, comfortable being directive when required, and bring energy and organisation to everything you do.  

With 1-2 years of experience in marketing or merchandising, you’re looking for a role that offers variety, development, and broad exposure across both category and marketing. 

You will also have 

• 1–2 years’ experience as a Marketing Coordinator or BCC in our merchandising team 
• Strong attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple deadlines 
• Excellent communication skills, with confidence to work with senior stakeholders 
• A proactive, process-driven approach to work 
• The ability to manage cyclical activity and keep projects on track 
• A collaborative mindset, with a passion for learning and supporting team success. 

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 inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 164196

Employment Type: Full time