Store Design & Development Specialist

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

Store Development is redefining retail design. Our team is constantly challenging possibilities. We work with innovative formats and concepts to connect with customers and enhance their in-store experiences, no matter the size or layout of our stores.

About the role

We’re looking for a Store Design & Development Specialist to play a key role in delivering innovative, cost-effective store projects across our portfolio. In this role, you’ll lead the design, scoping, and planning of accelerated and tactical projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to operational and design standards.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse project pipeline, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and external partners to bring high-quality retail environments to life.

You’ll also:

• Design, scope and cost store development projects across an accelerated pipeline
• Develop and gain approval for project plans through relevant governance channels
• Manage project design activities for programs up to $20M annually
• Coordinate site visits and due diligence to inform project strategy
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultants to ensure seamless delivery
• Prepare briefs and design documentation to support commercial negotiations
• Manage project costs, budgets, CAPEX and OPEX in line with approved methodologies
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies across design and delivery
• Drive continuous improvement in design, cost efficiency and project outcomes

About you and your skills

You’re a commercially minded design professional who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. You combine strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills and a passion for delivering high-quality retail spaces.

You’re solutions-focused, detail-oriented, and confident navigating complex projects from concept through to delivery.

You’ll also ideally have:

• Proven experience in retail design, architecture or store development
• Revit experience or formal qualification (essential)
• Strong project management capability across design and construction phases
• Demonstrated experience in cost planning, budgeting and commercial decision-making
• Solid understanding of construction methods and development processes
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence outcomes effectively
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Experience identifying and mitigating project risks
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and value creation

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: 189451

Employment Type: Full time

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