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

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to the GM of Technology to join our team here at Kmart and Target on a 12 Month, Fixed Term Basis.  In this role you will be providing critical and professional administrative support to the General Manager and assistance to wider team as required in line with Kmart Group values.

 

To be considered for this you will have proven experience as a corporate professional with prior success in a senior level C-Suite  Assistant or Executive Assistant role. You will have extremely high attention to detail and organisational capability combined with high levels of professionalism to engage with key senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will be calm, perform well under pressure, exercise absolute discretion and confidentiality when required, and be able to prioritise and meet competing deadlines. 

 

What you’ll be doing

Day to day diary and email management Coordinate meetings and functions including responsibility of attendance, preparation of agenda, presentations and papers, attendance and recording of notes/actions/minutes Ensure a high standard of service is maintained and enhanced across all levels of communications whilst representing the General Manager internally and externally by displaying a friendly, responsive, courteous and effective interaction Support the General Manager with the preparation of papers, reports, policy documents and proposals for consideration as required. Compose and present correspondence of letters, emails and presentations as required Coordinate all travel bookings both domestic and international, in line with the Kmart Group’s travel policy Management of people onboarding, across two major technology functions and the supporting administration Support with team member change requests via SuccessFactors Management and reconciling of corporate credit cards, petty cash reimbursements and approvals (FlexiPurchase) 
Lead the Kmart Group vision, strategy and values within the team and across the organisation 

 

To be successful in this role you’ll have: 

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of attention to detail with excellent communication and organizational skills, with great time management skills. Having previous retail experience and being able to manage competing priorities in a dynamic and fast paced environment is essential.
 
Other qualifications, experience and knowledge will include:

Extensive experience in providing high level C-Suite support at Executive Assistant level in a fast-paced corporate environment, ideally with a minimum of 8 years experience; Strong organisational skills and planning skills with the ability to balance competing demands to prioritise and achieve deadlines. The ability to be curious, show initiative and proactively resolve issues as they arise. Business Administration degree or qualification is preferred. Advanced skills and proficiency in Microsoft Suite- Word, PowerPoint and Excel is essential. Experience using SuccessFactors desirable and experience working in a hybrid environment

 

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 Kmart for You 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  We offer inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances   A dynamic learning and support program  Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor  A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes  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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