Merchandise Capabilities Specialist

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Target is moving forward with a renewed business joined by a team who are passionate, committed and with a drive for taking Target to the next level.

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Merchandisers

Company: Target Australia Pty Ltd

Location: Melbourne

Work type: Full Time

Salary: n\a

Phone: +61-7-4780-9876

Fax: +61-2-5389-4108

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Detail information about job Merchandise Capabilities Specialist . Terms and conditions vacancy

  • Challenge yourself in this fast paced, fun environment
  • An opportunity to be bold and innovative in your approach
  • Fantastic career development within a large team

Target is here for millions of Australians every day. We are a business with a rich history and an exciting future in retail, 90 years strong and still passionate about making fashion, style & quality affordable for the whole family.

It’s an exciting time to join our iconic retail brand, Target is on a renewed journey and working as part of the Wesfarmers family this is your chance to join a business that is moving forward.

We are seeking an experienced Merchandise Capabilities Specialist to join our Merchandise team based in our Store Support Office in North Geelong.  Later this year we will be moving to a brand new purpose built facility in Williams Landing in Melbourne with flexible support in the interim to work between Geelong and Melbourne hot desk offices. 

About our Role

Reporting to the Merchandise Process Manager, the key areas of focus in this role will include developing and maintaining the Merchandise competency matrix, conduct audits and provide ongoing coaching on business practice, in line with Target’s values.

Other key responsibilities may include:

  • Develop and maintain a Capability framework for new starters and existing Merchandise roles
  • Regularly meet with the Merchandise stakeholders  to review training delivery; participants’ and Line Managers’ feedback; areas for process improvement; development of Champions
  • Development and maintenance of learning materials to identify efficiencies and drive continuous improvement
  • Work collaboratively with the Learning and Development team to development online learning content ensuring there is a consistent approach across the business
  • Conduct assessments of participants’ application of learning at set milestones
  • Work with process owners and project teams on the development of new initiatives to develop new training packages to support these initiatives
  • Work collaboratively with the Merchandise Teams to understand training needs and Design and develop training and development programs based on both the organizations and individual’s needs.
  • Lead the Target vision, strategy and values within the team and across the organization

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their strong working experience in retail merchandise process with an understanding of business learning frameworks.  Strong influencing skills across all levels of an organisation is essential as is exposure to retail systems along with the ability to work with diverse groups and relate to team members at all levels, excellent organisational and time management skills, and the ability to encourage and motivate others.

Fabulous Rewards:

  • Exclusive Team member discounts at Target and other Wesfarmers Limited businesses such as Kmart, Coles & Officeworks
  • Option to support various charities or actively participate in community initiatives or sponsorship
  • Variety of financial, wellness and corporate partner discount programs
  • Opportunity for eligible employees to salary sacrifice Wesfarmers shares
  • Novated and Operating Lease option available for eligible employees
  • Opportunity for eligible employees to take paid parental leave

Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part.

Agencies will only be engaged if required. Please do not contact us or send applicants to us unless requested to by the Recruitment Team.

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