Kmart Australia Limited

Program Manager (Anko Retail) - 2 Year FTC

Kmart Australia Limited  •  Chadstone, AU (Hybrid)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description


Brighter Futures Start Here

We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe.

With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

Join the Team – Why Join Anko Global?

Step into a career-defining role and help shape the future of Anko globally. We have an exciting opportunity for a high-calibre Program Managerto join the Anko Global team and play a pivotal role in building and scaling our international retail operating model. This is more than a role it’s a chance to be at the forefront of Anko’s global expansion, working alongside senior leaders to design and deliver the frameworks, capabilities, and programs that will power growth across new markets. Be part of an ambitious global growth journey where you’ll gain exposure to international markets and large-scale transformation programs, play a key role in how Anko scales across Southeast Asia and beyond, and take your career to the next level in a high-impact, high-visibility role. If you’re looking for a stretch opportunity to grow your impact, broaden your experience, and help shape the future of retail at Anko—we’d love to hear from you.

Why This Role?

As Anko continues to expand internationally, we’re entering a critical phase of scaling our operations, capability, and infrastructure. Reporting to the Chief Retail Officer, you’ll lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives that shape how we operate ensuring our model is robust, repeatable, and future-ready.

This is a unique opportunity to step up into a strategic, enterprise-wide role, gain global exposure, and influence how we deliver at scale.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take ownership of complex, business-critical programs, bringing together teams across merchandising, supply chain, digital, marketing, operations, and finance to deliver meaningful outcomes.

  • Lead the design and delivery of Anko’s Retail Operating Playbook, ensuring it can scale across markets
  • Drive cross-functional programs across areas such as merchandise planning, inventory visibility, demand forecasting (AI), and pricing optimisation
  • Translate strategy into clear roadmaps, priorities, and execution plans, ensuring delivery momentum
  • Align and influence stakeholders at all levels, fostering strong collaboration across diverse teams and geographies
  • Establish governance, reporting, and delivery rhythms that provide clarity, accountability, and confidence at executive level
  • Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities early—navigating complexity to keep programs on track
  • Partner with technology teams to ensure digital and data solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, and commercially impactful
  • Support the development of a future-ready operating model, identifying capability gaps and building solutions for long-term success

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a strong internal performer who is ready to take on a broader, more strategic challenge.

You’ll bring:

  • Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced retail or commercial environment
  • A strong understanding of retail operations across merchandising, supply chain, and stores
  • Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority
  • A sharp commercial mindset, with the ability to connect strategy to measurable outcomes
  • Strength in data, digital, and technology-enabled transformation
  • Exceptional problem-solving, planning, and prioritisation skills
  • Comfort operating in ambiguity, with the ability to create structure and clarity
  • Curiosity, resilience, and a passion for building something new



Benefits we’ll offer you:

  • Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
  • A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings
  • Access to the Brighter Benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
  • We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
  • Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group


We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au.

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!

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Kmart Australia Limited

About Kmart Australia Limited

We’re Team Kmart, on a mission to make everyday living brighter for our customers by improving the Kmart shopping experience – every time and everywhere they engage with us.

For over fifty years now, we’ve been spreading the Kmart love to families of all shapes and sizes in Australia, then New Zealand, and now right across the world! We’re the place where families come first for the lowest prices on everyday items – it’s our vision and it’s what we do with passion.

Today, Kmart has more than 300 stores across Australia and New Zealand and is recognised as one of the most profitable discount department stores in Australia. With over 40,000 Kmart superstars who are all focused on giving our customers the products that they love at the lowest prices, it truly is an exciting time to be a part of our Kmart family – and there’s never been a better time to join us then now!

To find out more information, scroll through our LinkedIn page, or, we’d be happy to welcome you online at www.kmart.com.au

Did you know we’re a part of something bigger?

Owned by Wesfarmers Limited, the Kmart Group family comprises of Kmart Australia and New Zealand, Target Australia, Catch Australia and KAS Group Asia. The Group operates 520 stores across Australia and New Zealand, has offices in Australia and around the world, and employs more than 46,000 team members all focused on delivering products that our customers love.

Together, the Kmart Group is creating an even more satisfying shopping experience for all of our customers, no matter where they are in the world.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
MULGRAVE, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
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