Senior Range & Layout Manager

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

Our Coles Liquor team work across three leading brands (Liquorland, First Choice Liquor Market and Vintage Cellars), each with their own unique offering and customer base. With a network of more than 930 stores and ultra-convenient online sites, delivering on our commitment to provide accessible drink solutions for every occasion.

About the role

We’re looking for a strategic leader to head up our Range & Space team in Coles Liquor. In this role, you’ll design, execute, and review range and space plans that optimise store formats, layouts, and product ranging. You’ll leverage data-driven insights to deliver commercially beneficial outcomes and contribute to our broader strategic objectives.

You will also:

• Develop and implement range and space strategies aligned with corporate goals
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimise processes and systems
• Drive macro space allocation and floor planning frameworks
• Oversee range reviews and analytics to maximise sales and profitability
• Lead and develop a team of professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

About you and your skills

You’re a passionate retail professional with a proven track record in range and space planning. You combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership and thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You’re collaborative, influential, and committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

You will also ideally have:

• Extensive experience in range and space planning within retail or related operational roles
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to interpret customer and market data
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Leadership experience with a focus on team development and performance
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Formal qualifications such as Blue Yonder Cert 1 and 2 (preferred)

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: 174452

Employment Type: Full time

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