- Shape the future of Logistics, in a genuine end to end SPM role
- High visibility role, working across a diverse range of key stakeholders
- Hybrid role, 3 days onsite at Norwest

Welcome to Primary Connect

Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity. We’re delivering to more than 3,000 retail stores every day (stores like Woolworths, BIG W), but at Primary Connect, we’re more than just a supply chain business. We’re a big team, but every individual plays a pivotal role and leaves a distinctive impact. Our extensive reach opens up boundless opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development. By raising your hand, fostering relationships, and seizing the moment, you can take control of your own unique path.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Project Manager role you will provide project and thought leadership on the delivery of Tier 1 Infrastructure projects. These are projects typically in the investment range of $100m to $1b.

You will manage a broad team of stream leads including (but not limited to) DC Design, Property, IT, Replenishment, Commercial, Network Design, Business Readiness, Change and Communications, Legal as well as external suppliers to deliver the Design, Build, Commissioning of the current operation and Benefits realisation of Tier 1 large projects.

Strong financial and commercial acumen to ensure project decisions align with financial goals and maximising return on investment.

Leverage deep critical analysis,



data insights, and emerging AI tools to examine current processes and standards, enabling continuous optimization and data-informed decision-making throughout the delivery phase.

Coaching and mentoring of the delivery team members.

This role will support the Supply Chain Network development initiatives including greenfield and brownfield developments.

Key Responsibilities

Own, and manage project(s) and their management through all phases from project mobilisation, through detailed design and construction to operational delivery and ramp up to full volume.

Challenge and pressure test decisions and proposed stream directions using operational metrics, predictive modeling, and robust data to ensure sound, evidence based decision-making.

Report progress, risks & issues, and financials through various departmental and cross divisional forums using data-driven dashboards and reporting tools.

Work collaboratively and closely with our major internal customers, as well as with the broader Primary Connect team as well as other Woolworths Group business units

Ensure correct governance and assurance is maintained

Supporting the development of project management capability and continuous improvement through digital tools and data analytics.

Complying with the Woolworths project management framework.

What you'll bring:





- Sound knowledge of the development,construction,and business readiness of large scale warehousing or distribution facilities as well as those streams feeding into the project including DC Operations, Property Development, IT Systems and Infrastructure, Transport Development, DC Design, Safety, Change Management and Transition Planning

Demonstrated experience in managing multiple teams to achieve the agreed deliverables

Knowledge of project management methodologies,data management systems,and modern digital collaboration/project tracking tools

Understands and able to identify risks and mitigate against them using predictive analysis and risk matrix tools

Suitably qualified in Project Management fundamentals (or suitable equivalent technical degree)

Engaging, personable and professional approach

Ability to work under pressure and to be resilient across an extended project

A collaborative approach to achieving outcomes. This will be a team effort. Interpersonal relationship skills are essential

Automation and smart logistics experience across either / all: Design, implementation, operations, support; engaging with providers such as Knapp, Dematic, Schaeffer, Vanderlande, Swisslog or similar would be an advantage.

Familiarity or working experience with data-driven decision tools, AI-assisted analytics, or smart warehouse/supply chain optimization technologies is highly regarded.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Ability to focus on the detail, while maintaining an understanding of the big picture

Demonstrated effective negotiation and influencing skills with stakeholders

Robust planning and organisational skills<

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