Range & Space Insights & Analytics Manager

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 Commercial team is a large, but a close-knit group of trading experts, who are ready to shape the future of Coles. We pride ourselves on the long-lasting supplier relationships we build, the new ideas we develop and how passionately we work to help Australian eat and live better every day. And the best part? We’re all so different. We bring diversity of thought, backgrounds, and experience to every Business Unit across Coles Supermarkets and Liquor.

About the Role

Are you passionate about turning complex data into powerful insights that drive strategic decision-making? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where curiosity, commercial acumen, and analytical depth are valued?

We’re seeking a Range & Space Insights & Analytics Manager to lead the transformation of how we use data across our Range & Space function. This is a unique opportunity to shape the delivery of strategic insights, build scalable analytics tools, and become a trusted SME for data-driven decision-making.

You will also;

• Build and maintain PowerBI dashboards that provide real-time visibility of key metrics
• Aggregate and interpret store-level SKU performance data to uncover trends, opportunities, and risks
• Lead the migration of data systems to Snowflake, improving accessibility and usability
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure insights are widely available and effectively applied
• Act as a bridge between data teams and commercial stakeholders, helping shape hypotheses and drive actionable outcomes
• Develop and deliver strategic data and insights initiatives to support commercial decision-making
• Support continuous improvement by coaching teams on analytics best practices and developing tools that enhance efficiency

About you and your skills 
 

Our ideal candidate for this role is a commercially astute analytics professional with experience in the FMCG or Retail industry. You are adept at navigating the dynamic retail landscape, swiftly adapting to change and effectively connecting strategic, commercial, and operational perspectives to drive improvement initiatives. Your experience includes developing dashboards, automating reporting, and enhancing data accessibility.

You will also ideally have;

• Proven experience in insights, analytics, or commercial roles within FMCG, retail, consultancies, or supplier environments
• Strong analytical skills with a knack for asking “why” and diving deep into complex datasets
• Experience with Snowflake, Excel, PowerBI, and Blue Yonder is highly desirable.
• Commercial acumen and a solid understanding of product, category, and space performance
• Ability to interpret data and translate it into strategic recommendations
• Experience working in or alongside commercial buying teams or finance functions

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: 168539

Employment Type: Full time

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