Program Manager - 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

Our Technology team is the backbone of the business, building and maintaining the information technology infrastructure that support Coles Group. As a part of the Technology team, you get the opportunity to work through complex, challenging, meaningful problems using large data sets and new technologies to expand your skills and experience.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager to join Coles Technology. This role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating multiple related projects within Security Compliance Delivery to ensure they align with Coles’ strategic goals and deliver value.

About you and your skills:

• At least 10 years' IT experience, as a Program Manager or Consulting role in the IT Security domain, in a waterfall or an agile approach, with experience delivering large complex programs of work (over $5m)
• Advanced understanding of all aspects of technology’s broader operational environment (i.e. processes, procedures, associated toolsets, operating systems, transition to BAU etc.).
• A passionate people leader who has led team members, including vendors, from diverse disciplines and backgrounds, running in multi speed and cadence delivery methods
• The ability to define and execute strategies that map the technology deliverables to the business goals
• Expert interpersonal skills and leadership capabilities that enable you to communicate and manage relationships across the organisation – from indirect/direct reports, peers, vendors and partners, stakeholders to senior executives (GM and CTO level)
• Experience deriving metrics to measure, influence and initiate change and behaviours that directly impact customer success
• The ability to tell a story, ensuring you can translate complex technical solutions and advice into clear, specific information that is understood by all
• Demonstrated success in enabling the launch of high quality and business critical products, in a complex enterprise production environment, keeping attention on business value, not just output or activity. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence and persuade outcomes / direction
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills; willing to dive into detailed schedules, data, or technical discussions to unblock progress. 
• Ability to make informed calls even when data is incomplete or priorities shift. 

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: 165131

Employment Type: Fixed Term