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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 are seeking an exceptional Head of Leasing and Management to lead the leasing function across Australia and New Zealand for Kmart and Target, driving strategic negotiations, portfolio optimisation, and long-term network growth.   You will work alongside senior executives, influence executive decisions, and lead a talented leasing team to deliver network growth and long-term portfolio value.

 

You will be responsible for the strategic leadership and execution of our network plan across a large and diverse portfolio of retail stores, distribution centres and customer fulfilment centres. Leading a geographically dispersed team, you will oversee the full leasing lifecycle—from site identification and acquisition through to renewals and exits—ensuring commercial outcomes that optimise occupancy costs, mitigate risk, and support business performance.

 

You will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s leasing strategy, building strong landlord relationships, and presenting high-value deals to the Kmart Group executive team. With frequent engagement across Property, Finance, Stores, and Operations, this role is both highly strategic and hands-on, requiring a leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

 

What you’ll be doing
          

Lead and manage the leasing function across a large national portfolio, ensuring alignment to the network plan and long-term strategy. Negotiate new leases, renewals, rent reviews, surrenders, and terminations to deliver optimal financial and operational outcomes. Drive site acquisition and portfolio optimisation, ensuring new locations support network growth. Build and sustain strong relationships with landlords, developers, legal counsel, and property stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand. Partner with internal stakeholders to shape network strategy and provide robust commercial recommendations. Present business cases and lease proposals to the executive team with clear, data-driven insights. Mentor and develop a high-performing leasing team, fostering accountability, engagement, and succession planning. Travel nationally and to New Zealand to assess opportunities, strengthen landlord rapport, and resolve local issues.

 

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

 

We are looking for an impressive leader with deep expertise in retail or commercial leasing and a strong record of negotiating complex, high-value deals. You bring:

 

15+ years’ experience in retail or commercial leasing, including portfolio management across multiple regions. Demonstrated success in strategic lease negotiations, portfolio optimisation, and network planning. Strong commercial and financial acumen, with expertise in occupancy cost ratios, rent escalation models, and property performance metrics. Extensive networks and relationships with landlords and developers across Australia and New Zealand. Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills. Solid understanding of leasing legislation, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Inspiring and strong leadership capability, with a track record of building high-performing, geographically dispersed teams Authentic, humble, no ego style; not driven by organisational bureaucracy and status. Navigates effectively in an environment of pace, ambiguity, and complexity. Outcome and results focused with sound judgment. Thrives operating in a low-cost environment – ability to make the complex simple and extract the most out of the systems, tools, and resources available.

 

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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