Retail Licensing Coordinator

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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.

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We are looking for a Retail Licensing Coordinator, known in the business as DTR (Direct-to-Retailer) Coordinator, to join our Merchandise & Design team.

This role provides essential coordination and administrative support across our Direct-to-Retail licensed product portfolios. You will work closely with internal teams and external Licensors to support accurate forecasting, compliance, financial reporting and end to end governance processes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on detail, organisation and relationship management in a fast-paced retail environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinate DTR forecast and sales planning inputs across Buying, Planning, Commercial and Finance teams.
• Maintain accurate tracking of forecasts, actuals and portfolio commitments.
• Support Finance with documentation for forecasting, accruals, royalty reporting and Minimum Guarantee tracking.
• Liaise with Licensors to ensure alignment on creative direction, brand requirements and approval expectations.
• Manage end‑to‑end approval submissions, maintaining clear records and audit trails.
• Upload forecasts, approvals and reporting into licensor portals and ensure compliance with licensor requirements.\
• Prepare and validate data for licensor audits, and support audit and royalty‑related queries.
• Coordinate logistics, materials and documentation for licensor meetings, reviews and summits, including action tracking and follow-ups.
• Support strong governance and consistent reporting practices across all DTR activity.
  
   

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Experience in an administrative or coordination role - preferably within retail, merchandise, licensing, or commercial environments.
• Exposure to royalty reporting, financial administration or contract‑based processes (desirable).
• Strong communication skills - professional, clear, and proactive.
• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple stakeholders and approval processes.
• A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage competing priorities. 

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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