Senior Integration & Quality Manager

Who are We?

 

At Target, we’re getting back to what we’re famous for – real quality, that’s really affordable.
We’re making products that stand up to the test of everyday life, at prices that don’t cost the earth. 
We’re making mums happy. Kids smile. Family life, that little bit easier.
We’re making sure every Australian can enjoy our products, whilst making a positive difference to our planet so families can trust and rely on us for generations to come.
That’s the Target Australians needs right now. And that’s the Target we’re here to be.

As an iconic Australian retailer with over 120 stores nationally and a rapidly growing online presence, we’re immensely proud of our history and need people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.
 

What will you do?

 

Are you ready to take the next step in growing your career with Target-part of the Wesfarmers Group ? We have an exciting opportunity as a Senior Integration & Quality Manager who will be responsible for managing and overseeing the quality, safety and fit for purpose of all products in the relevant product groups.  Management of the day-to-day communication between all relevant stakeholders ensuring quality and compliance standards are adhered too..  

Responsibilities include:
 
Operational
 
•    Accountability and governance of all product approval files and technical document approval and uploading in the system, including inspection reports ensuring technical files are 100% up to date and accurate. This includes both the TAS supplier products as well as the local supplier products that TAS oversee in these categories.  
•    Product review with buyers and suppliers acting as an integral conduit to the TAS technical team and 3rd parties
•    Manage the day-to-day communication at all levels between all client departments and Target Asia Sourcing (TAS). This includes but will not be limited to Quality management, Legal, Buying, merchandise departments.
•    Target Standard updates of policies and manuals, rules for nominated outsourced categories 
•    Monitor, evaluate and develop internal quality compliance processes.
•    Oversee and be responsible for quality, safety and fit for purpose of all products in the relevant product groups.
•    Ensuring all deadlines are met in the quality and compliance function.
•    Monitor, evaluate and develop internal quality compliance processes.
•    Attend weekly client meetings on behalf of TAS & 3rd parties and be responsible for actioning all matters 
•    Strong sense of responsibility towards the client.
•    Maintain accurate documentation.
•    Own and manage Brands/Product categories/Departments 
•    Work in collaboration with the design and buying teams to deliver innovative and commercial products on time in adherence with the Critical Path.

People
 
•    Engage with cross functional stakeholders to ensure projects supported and delivered effectively
•    Participates in constructive dialogue with the team, ensuring multiple perspectives are considered. 
•    Places the team’s priorities above personal objectives

Safety
 
•    Accountable for a safe workplace by identifying and reporting safety concerns and leading by example by maintaining a safe working environment and demonstrating safe working behaviour and ensuring team members receive appropriate safety training.
 
Target Values and Procedures
 
•    Comply with Target’s Code of Conduct, Values and policies, risk management arrangements, statements of responsibilities, manuals, guidelines and procedures including, without limitation, those relating to personal behaviour, work health and safety, equity and diversity and information management, confidentiality and security.
 
 

What are we looking for?

 

The ideal candidate will possess a solid demonstrated experience in successfully developing and leading change, process improvement and influencing a large team.

 

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•    Tertiary qualifications in Engineering/ Science, Industrial Design and/or Quality management with experience in Hardgoods (non- apparel). ISO 9000/9001 would be advantageous.
•    Sound understanding of the Australian regulatory landscape related to Mandatory standards across multiple retail categories.
•    Understanding of Australian Consumer Law (ACL) and ACCC code of practice.
•    Demonstrable business ability in managing Critical path timelines. 
•    Ability to develop Quality Technical standards, Protocols, and practices.         
•    Demonstrable experience in risk management strategies, relating to both Human Resources and various product categories.  
•    Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
•    Ability to identify and manage risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies for the project
•    Excellent time management skills
 

What will you get?

 

Target has some great benefits, including:

 

•  Great career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
•  Team Member discounts across Target, Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and Catch Membership.
•  A free One Pass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible product
•  Access to Employee Assistance Program
•  Convenient location next to freeway and train station, with free onsite parking and a café!
•  Novated leasing options
•  Paid parental leave scheme
•  Flexible hybrid work arrangements through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our Target Store Support Office
•  Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself
•  A dynamic learning and support program
•  Opportunity in Wesfarmers Share Plan access (where eligible) and to participate in a bonus program (where eligible).

 

  Target values diversity and we pride ourselves on representing the diverse and multicultural communities of which we are a part. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.