Merchandise Analyst and Communication CoordinatorPosted: 10/12/2024Closing Date: 10/01/2025Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: DarwinJob Category: MerchandiseJoin Our Mission at Outback Stores!Outback Stores purpose is to be a sustainable business that makes a positive difference in the health, employment, and economy of remote Indigenous communities by improving food affordability and availability, nutrition and community services.Outback Stores has established itself as a leader in remote retail management services in some of the most beautiful and remote communities across Australia.
With a network of over 56 stores located in some of the most remote parts of Australia, the opportunities and ability to engage and empower remote communities are endless.Job DescriptionROLE OVERVIEWThe Merchandise Analyst and Communication Coordinator role is responsible for the implementation and support of merchandise strategies, to enable Outback Stores to sell a wide range of products that delivers on sales, profit, and affordability targets.
The position conducts data analysis in support of the store support team, developing best practice data management and reporting processes to positively influence decision making in business.Key Accountabilities:Maintains effective communication with stores and internal stakeholders throughout Outback Stores.Manages and maintains the Retail Activity Planner (RAP) for Outback Stores.Administrates and maintains Project Management Platforms and documentation.First contact for Store for Merchandise, Supply chain and Nutrition tickets and queries.Assists in generating and analysing weekly data, scrutinising unsatisfactory margins, sales and social metrics.Assists in evaluation of the marketing and store information together with historical data and forward trends to develop the department's plans.ComplianceComplete all tasks in line with Outback Stores Policies and Procedures;Assist in the review of policies, procedures, documentation and forms.AdministrationProvides communications support to the Source and Supply team.Provides administration support to the Source and Supply Team.Contributes to the management of all documents to meet audit requirements.Performs ad hoc administration duties in line with experience as required.Desired Skills and ExperienceDesired QualificationsCertificate III in Retail;Tertiary qualifications in finance or communications.Hold (or able to obtain) Working with Children Check and National Police Certificate.ExpertiseTwo years plus administration or retail experience;Proven experience in retail.Ability to analyse data;Intermediate experience in Microsoft suite;Experience in Grocery Manager POS advantageous but not essential.Outback Stores offers an experience like no other and the opportunity to make a positive difference in remote communities of Australia.
With competitive salary options and the ability to offer not-for-profit salary packaging facility, apply and kick start your career with Outback Stores today!If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent you are highly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr