Business Analyst - Inventory

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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.

We’re excited to share that our team will be moving to our new Chadstone office in early 2026!
This will be a space that brings us together — inspiring creativity, collaboration, and connection as we embark on this exciting new chapter.

Join the team

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst to join our Inventory team! In this role, you will own the integrity, availability, and communication of inventory data by identifying the right sources, validating numbers, and providing rapid, insight-rich reporting to internal and external stakeholders. You will also deliver ad-hoc analyses, prepare clear documents and presentations for key initiatives, and translate commercial signals into actionable commentary.

What you’ll be doing

As a Business Analyst working for Kmart you will:          

• Identify and maintain the right source of truth for inventory data across sources.
• Validate, reconcile, and document metrics (e.g., stock on hand, weeks of cover, stockturn) with robust checks.
• Manage secure, timely data sharing to external stakeholders with agreed SLAs.
• Produce rapid, accurate management reporting to tight deadlines (daily/weekly/monthly packs).
• Run ad-hoc deep dives (e.g., why a store is over/understocked) with clear root-cause analysis and recommended actions.
• Translate findings into commercial insights and concise commentary that inform decisions.
• Serve as a primary contact for inventory data queries from internal teams and external partners; respond with clarity and speed.
• Educate stakeholders on metric definitions, report usage, and self-service best practices.
   

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

We are looking for a curious and independent thinker with the ability to influence and engage effectively with stakeholders.

• 3-5 years’ experience within Retail, Wholesale and/or Manufacturing
• Proven ability to execute action plan deliverables in a timely manner
• Experience in dynamic problem-solving environments
• Experience in extracting, cleaning and transforming data as well as project/business translation
• Intermediate skills in Coding - SQL & Python, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment with effective and concise communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
  

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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