Business Analyst Lead (12 months FTC)

Brighter Futures Start Here

At Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

You’ll be joining a diverse team who come together to collaborate globally around tech. With six purchases made every second, you’ll feel the impacts of the work you’ll do for our millions of customers every day.

We’re focusing on being a customer-led, digitally enabled retailer. Our teams are working with really cool tech from AI/machine learning, IoT, cloud first solutions, to 3D virtual reality product checks and human sized robots named Tory. Join our team, choose your own path and work on projects that excite you.

Join our team

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of Stores Technology at Kmart Australia? We are looking for Senior Business Analysts to join our Stores Technology team, where we are dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of our hand-held devices, optimizing inventory levels, and creating a seamless experience for both customers and staff.

As a Lead Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our business processes and strategies. You'll have the opportunity to lead and inspire a team of talented business analysts, driving operational excellence and contributing to the success of our programs. Your leadership skills will be crucial as you collaborate with the senior leaders, mentor your team, and foster strong stakeholder relationships, all while contributing to the growth and development of our BA community of practice, and the delivery of high-profile programs of work.

What you’ll be doing 

• Leverage your extensive business analysis skillset at the Lead BA level, ensuring a solid foundation in core Business Analysis practices is established and maintained within Kmart’s delivery environment.
• Driving end-to-end delivery across various programs, from large to small, in an Agile environment whilst Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in business analysis methodologies.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team, conducting performance reviews, fostering career growth, managing team priorities, and driving the achievement of goals as a cohesive unit.
• Building and maintaining strong business relationships within the organization to identify valuable business opportunities as well as enhancing vendor relationships to enable greater program success.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Proven experience in establishing and leading a BA community of practice or centre of excellence, contributing to transformative change within the business.
• Exceptional operational skills encompassing scope management, prioritization techniques, and requirement traceability, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Strong leadership abilities, mentoring, motivating teams, and managing team priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in stakeholder management, with a track record of building business and leadership relationships that drive positive outcomes.
• A diverse background in handling programs of varying sizes, from large-scale programs exceeding $20 million to smaller initiatives.
• Versatility in methodologies, with a focus on driving consistent Agile practices, whilst demonstrating adaptability to different program requirements.

Perks and benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
• We’ll provide multiple ways for you to learn from online micro-credentialing in Udemy, support to gain certifications to tech community events and more.
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• We offer inclusive leave and ongoing support for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart & Target on eligible products.
• 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!
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.

A place you can belong

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

Excited about this role, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria? We would still love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

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