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Join to apply for the Portfolio Practice Manager, Fixed Term Contract role at Coles Group.Weve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, youll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie livesyoull also get to see your impact.About The TeamStrategy is making the future of retail a reality. Were a big business with big ideas. Our team works together with all our business units to help bring those ideas to life. We stay focused on whats next, so we can make our customers experiences even better now and lead the industry for years to come.About The RoleReporting into our Head of Group Transformation, this role will be responsible for leading a consolidated approach to PMO across the organization, driving continuous improvement of project management methodologies, standards, and tools.This role involves working collaboratively across the organization to uplift capability and mature key areas for the PMO functions, including quality assurance, benefits management, management reporting, and governance to ensure alignment of strategic objectives and outcomes.Please note this position is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential to extend or become permanent post-contract.Key responsibilities include:Developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and developing statements of work, liaising with procurement to ensure commercial outcomes are met.Owning the Group plan of strategic initiatives, driving greater accountability through governance and reporting.Providing data-driven insights throughout the transformation value chain to improve strategic decision-making.Managing the pipeline of Group-level programs, including categorization, selection support, and translating to a robust and actionable roadmap.Defining program sequencing, considering seasonality, market impact, and interdependencies.Designing and embedding a uniform approach for initiative idea assessment and prioritization to maximize benefits, deliver balanced outcomes, and mitigate risks.About You And Your SkillsYoull have proven ability to create and implement governance frameworks and reporting structures to drive accountability across strategic initiatives, along with experience managing a pipeline of Group-level programs, ensuring robust planning, categorization, and alignment with organizational goals.Youll also have expertise in translating strategic initiatives into actionable roadmaps that address cross-functional needs and dependencies, and in leading resource allocation and project prioritization processes, considering seasonality, market impact, and interdependencies for optimal sequencing.Ideally, you will also have:Extensive experience leading and driving a PMO function, including developing a consolidated approach across large organizations.Advanced proficiency in program management methodologies (PMI, Prince2, Agile), with relevant certifications (PMP, PgMP) and tools (MS Project, Jira).Strong expertise in portfolio management, resource allocation, and managing large, complex program pipelines.Experience leveraging metrics and KPIs to assess program success and optimize delivery.Strong strategic planning skills, capable of developing and managing long-term program roadmaps aligned with business priorities.Whats in it for you?Flexible working options to support work-life balance, including hybrid working arrangements.Office perks such as gym facilities, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, and more.Discounts on supermarket and liquor purchases, including additional double discount periods and exclusive deals.Recognition programs like mythanks for giving and receiving recognition based on Coles values.Opportunities for learning and development through various programs and training.Paid parental leave for permanent team members.Investment in your future via our annual share plan, allowing pre-tax salary sacrifice for Coles shares.About The Recruitment ProcessWere committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disabilities. For more information, visit our careers site or contact inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au.Job ID 150659Employment Type: Fixed TermSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeOtherJob functionFinance and SalesIndustriesRetail #J-18808-Ljbffr