Role at Metcash
At the Independent Hardware Group, we’re strengthening local communities one postcode at a time. We’re the leading supplier of over 600 independently owned stores nationwide – giving them a competitive advantage to take the big chains to task. With trusted hardware brands like Mitre 10 and Home Timber & Hardware, we can turn local retailers into the best stores in town, giving locals the tools and support to build strong communities – literally!
About Us
At the Independent Hardware Group, we are passionate and committed to our purpose of championing successful independent businesses Australia wide and strengthening local communities. We’re the leading partner to over 635 independently owned stores, enabling retailers to be the best stores in their town, ensuring builders, renovators, and DIY’ers build, renovate, and maintain the best homes for Australian families.
Let’s Talk About You
Are you an experienced, visionary leader with a passion for shaping the future of retail and driving network growth? IHG is looking for a Strategic and Transformation Executive to lead our transformation initiatives, ensuring we put the shopper and member at the heart of everything we do. In this role, youll drive the creation of the Store of the Future, develop innovative store formats and programs, and lead network planning opportunities as a key member of the Executive Leadership team.
Sounds great! Tell me about the role
1. Develop and activate network strategies to drive market expansion, including identifying white space opportunities, and implementing store strategies that support growth, profitability, and customer value.
2. Financial & Operational Excellence: Oversee budget planning, capex management, and capital investment for store development, driving innovation in store formats, range, and promotions.
3. Team Leadership & Culture: Build and inspire a highly capable team, fostering a culture of safety, excellence, and integrity, while ensuring seamless collaboration across the business.
4. Growth and Innovation: Drive the creation of the Store of the Future, ensuring strategic alignment across DIY and Trade formats, with a focus on optimizing product range and profitability.
You’re Likely a Match If You Have
1. A proven Executive leader with a strong track record in strategic planning, particularly within wholesale, trade distribution, or DIY businesses.
2. Deep understanding of shopper trends, trade/DIY industries, and independent businesses, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across the value chain.
3. Strong experience in financial management, P&L accountability, and negotiation skills.
4. Expertise in leading high-performing teams through change and transformation, with a passion for delivering long-term growth and success.
If you are ready to lead a transformative journey that will shape the future of IHG and support the growth of independent businesses, we want to hear from you! Join us in driving innovation, creating exceptional customer experiences, and achieving sustainable business success. Apply now and be part of a future-focused, growth-driven team at IHG!
Joining the Metcash Family
At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. You have all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support. Being part of something bigger means you’re part of a strong purpose, where the work you do makes a big difference to independent business and local communities.
Life at Metcash
Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace! Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year. Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually. An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities. 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers. Proudly awarded the “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion.” Recognized as the 74th in the "Equileap Top 100" globally for initiatives on gender equity. Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia. Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local.”
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