Product Developer, Own Brand

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.

About the team

From baby food to coffee blends, our team members use their passion and innovative thinking to develop and deliver Coles’ own brands of quality products and best value solutions for our customers.

About the role

Are you passionate about creating products customers love? Join us as a Product Developer within Coles Own Brand and help shape innovative, high‑quality products that deliver exceptional taste, value and experience.

In this specialist role, you’ll bring ideas to life from concept through to launch, partnering closely with suppliers, technical experts, and internal teams to deliver award‑winning, customer‑centric ranges.

Reporting to the Product Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing commercially focused product plans that not only meet business objectives but elevate the Coles Own Brand offering.

You’ll also:

• Develop strategic product plans aligned to Own Brand guardrails and category strategy
• Deliver food or non-food product solutions that are commercially sound, innovative and meet quality expectations
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to embed Own Brand in commercial planning processes
• Analyse financial and performance reports, taking action to meet category goals
• Drive operational excellence through timely, compliant and successful product launches
• Build strong, transparent supplier relationships to support innovation and sourcing outcomes
• Present new products at tastings, roadshows and key internal events
• Ensure compliance with external regulations and internal standards, escalating issues where required

About you and your skills

You’re a natural problem solver, a collaborator and a creator; someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering high‑quality products customers will love. Prior experience launching products into the market is essential in this role, along with strong technical knowledge, excellent stakeholder instincts, and a commercial mindset that helps turn great ideas into real‑world success.

You’ll also ideally have:

• Significant industry experience, ideally across FMCG, manufacturing or retail
• Expertise in end to end project management from analysis, concept and launch to ongoing quality improvement/maintenance  
• Experience influencing, negotiating and building relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Experience writing and delivering strategic product plans
• Strong planning, prioritisation and project management capability
• A current driver’s license

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: 175095

Employment Type: Full time

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