Head of Online Trade - Target

Who are We?

 

At Target, we’ve always been here to help families live better. But right now, we can see that what ‘better’ means is changing. Better means making choices that can change the world. Better is about a life that’s lived, not with more things, but with things that mean more. A life where quality is always valued over quantity. Where beauty is born from style and substance in equal measure. A better way of life, that’s within easy reach of all. That’s why everything from the products we make to the experience we create, is crafted with intention and a single purpose…To inspire families to live better.

 

We’re combining nearly 100 years of retail experience to deliver a digital experience that will knock our customers' socks off. We’re testing and learning and moving at 
pace, unlocking insights and creating a world class omni-channel experience. So whether you create new services in our app, or digitally enable our store experience, the work you do will make 
an impact on millions of Australians. As part of the Wesfarmers group, you’ll have access to data that's the envy of retailers around the world. Our combined tech and data ecosystem is game changing in creating personalised experiences for our customers.

What will you do?

As Head of Online Trade – Target you will:          
 

• Develop and execute an e-commerce strategy to drive category growth through the online channel 
• Own and drive the execution of the e-commerce trade calendar of activity with a customer first approach, supporting the go-live and post-go-live trade and campaign activities to achieve category sales and profit targets
• Develop and manage a portfolio of strategic initiatives that will optimise the growth of the online sales channel
• Use customer insights to identify key growth opportunities and solutions to overcome challenges at a macro level
• Stay informed of and leverage market, online category, and customer trends, and continually infuse this insight into trade plans and strategic initiatives 
• Be the collaborative ‘glue’, that works across internal teams (Marketing, Merchandise, Tech, CX, Online Operations) to drive successful outcomes for the business. 

What are we looking for?

 

To be successful in this role you’ll have:
 

• A track record of success leading digital/ecommerce teams and strategies, with experience in the retail apparel sector being key.
• Innate understanding of consumer-focused digital experiences 
• A commercial mindset, with a strong analytical and data-based approach to decision-making
• Natural collaborator, with the ability to build strong relationships and engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders to align behind a common goal 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Proficiency using analytics packages including Google analytics to drive revenue and conversion 
• An innovative thinker and ‘can-do’ attitude to seek out and deliver exciting new ideas for the business

What will you get?

 

• Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
• Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
• A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
• Novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave scheme
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

 

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

 

As part of our recruitment process, we will be conducting Pre-Employment Checks with our successful candidates – this will include a police check.  Talent Acquisition will pro