Commercial Analyst

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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

As part of our Commercial & Strategy function, you’ll join a high‑performing Commercial Finance team that partners closely with Store Operations — one of the most customer‑impactful areas of our business.

This is your chance to contribute meaningful insights, influence decision‑making across more than 450 stores, and help improve how we drive productivity, manage store remuneration and ultimately deliver great value to our customers.

What you’ll be doing

As a Commercial Analyst working for Kmart & Target, you will:    

• Deliver commercial and financial analysis that supports productivity, wage efficiency, store expense management and profitable growth.
• Produce high‑quality reporting, performance insights and Board‑level commentary for key operational initiatives.
• Partner with the GM Store Operations, State Operations Managers and Zone Managers to understand performance drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Establish key KPIs and benchmarks, contribute to financial strategies, and support store leadership in managing their portfolio effectively.
• Proactively identify opportunities to lift store productivity, streamline processes and enhance profitability.
  
  

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• 3–5 years’ experience in a financial or commercial analyst role (retail experience highly regarded).
• A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or similar.
• CA/CPA/CFA qualification or in progress.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to distil data into clear, actionable insights (SQL knowledge advantageous)
• Proficiency in SAP, TM1, Power BI and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication skills — able to explain complex analysis to both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• A proactive, improvement‑driven mindset with the ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality outcomes.

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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