Strategy Manager

Officeworks

. Partner across the business to develop and deliver strategies that grow the business, enhance profitability, increase productivity and improve customer experience .

Posted 9/16/2026contractMelbourne • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategy development, governance, and transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on commercial and financial acumen. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication, particularly in preparing Board papers and facilitating governance forums.

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Strategy DevelopmentGovernance FacilitationCost-Benefit AnalysisStakeholder Relationship ManagementMicrosoft Office Suite

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Hard Skills

Cost-Benefit AnalysisData AnalysisStrategic ThinkingGovernance DevelopmentPresentation Creation

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationLogical ThinkingInfluencing SkillsProblem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerPointMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification

Industry Keywords

ConsultingProfessional ServicesTransformation InitiativesStakeholder EngagementCorporate Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner across the business to develop and deliver strategies that grow the business, enhance profitability, increase productivity and improve customer experience
Conduct internal and external analysis to inform strategic thinking and recommendations
Create presentations communicating findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders
Develop business cases and conduct cost-benefit analysis for strategic initiatives
Establish and maintain governance for strategic and transformation initiatives
Coordinate and facilitate Transformation SteerCo meetings, including agendas, pre-reads, actions, decisions and follow-up
Track transformation benefits, milestones and delivery status against approved budget and Corporate Plan
Lead governance across the strategic and transformation portfolio
Coordinate Transformation SteerCo forums and lead the Board paper process
Keep the executive leadership team and Board informed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification
5+ years of relevant experience in a consulting, professional services or in-house strategy environment
Track record spanning strategy development and governance
Structured, logical thinking and a data-led approach to identifying opportunities and solving complex business problems
Commercial and financial acumen
Exceptional communication skills and ability to articulate complex narratives
Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and influence others as a trusted advisor
Ability to work in an ambiguous and changing environment
Experience establishing and facilitating governance forums
Confidence preparing Board papers
High competency with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility to suit individual needs and maintain work-life balance
Generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and wider Wesfarmers brands
Officeworks benefits program with exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health
Growing Families Policy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing mental health and wellbeing programs
Flexible Public Holidays Policy for cultural or religious holidays
Learning and development programs
Career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group