Engineering Manager (WMS)

Brighter Futures Start here As Australia’s biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We��re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter. Join the team Kmart are modernising and optimising our end-to-end supply chain systems and operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, deliver a safer working environment for our team and faster delivery of products that delight our customers to nearly 500 stores throughout Australia and New Zealand. We are creating the next generation of retail supply chain technology with a focus across our warehouse management, transport/logistics, inventory optimisation, and demand and forecasting systems. As an Engineering Manager you will oversee the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies as they relate to the technology and delivery standards of the team. What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and manage technology teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Architect and implement application solutions in a dynamic environment.
• Drive change within the technology organization to improve processes and practices.
• Perform design and code reviews to ensure best practices are followed.
• Oversee service delivery and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Utilise solid experience in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS to guide development efforts.
• Manage technical integrations including APIs, Kafka, microservices, and more.

• At least 5 years in an IT leadership role.
• Proven extensive experience in managing technology teams.
• Experience in leading changes within technological organizations.
• Strong background in architecting and implementing application solutions.
• Proven experience in modern engineering practices.
• Understanding of contemporary development practices, processes, and technology.
• Solid experience in Java, Spring Boot, and AWS.
• Experience with technical integrations such as APIs, Kafka, and microservices.
• Experience with warehouse management systems or end-to-end supply chain is an advantage.

• 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, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch 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!
• 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.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support offered through 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.
• In-house café that serves breakfast, lunch, and includes a collaborative space to work in.
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
• Regular product sample sales with tons of discounted items to purchase.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.