Project Manager

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.

When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:

Grow your career with tailored development programs

Thrive your way with flexible work options

Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team

At Metcash Food, we’re the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1600 independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand. With a range of trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells/C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for a Project Manager to lead the rollout of shopper and retailer digital solutions on a 12 month fixed term contract. You’ll be responsible for end-to-end delivery of new platforms and offers across Metcash Food, working closely with internal teams, retailers and external partners to deliver outcomes and manage change effectively.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to key transformation initiatives and support our growth strategy. If this sounds like you, we’d love you to join our team!

In this Role

Lead end-to-end delivery of digital projects, from planning through to implementation, transition to operations and adoption

Manage projects across scope, budget, timelines, quality, benefits and risk, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives

Partner with internal teams, retailers and external stakeholders to define, align and deliver key digital initiatives

Provide regular reporting on project progress, outcomes and success metrics to senior stakeholders and business leaders

Drive change management and communication plans to support stakeholder alignment and successful adoption of new initiatives

Lead and manage Agile (Scrum) teams, applying best practice frameworks across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

You’re Likely a Match If

8-10+ years’ experience delivering complex, cross-functional projects in a dynamic environment

Formal Project Management qualification (e.g. AIPM, PMP, PRINCE2) or equivalent experience

Strong experience working in Agile environments and applying modern project delivery practices

Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships to drive alignment and outcomes

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for different audiences

Strong commercial acumen and ability to contribute to key project decisions and business outcomes

What’s on offer

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:

️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually

Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities

Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers

Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion

️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)

Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia

Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies do not submit profiles or make contact regarding this opportunity.

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