Project Manager - Transformation

Who We Are

Known best as the 'Undisputed King of Trainers', JD Sports reigns supreme as one of the biggest and best global Sports Fashion brands across footwear and apparel.

Founded in 1981 in Greater Manchester UK, JD Group has achieved remarkable growth through rapid global expansion, now standing as the leading global sports fashion retailer. With over 3,400 stores worldwide, we strive to inspire the emerging generation through a captivating connection to the universal culture of Sport, Music, and Fashion.

In 2017, JD Sports first launched within the Australian market and has since expanded to 70+ stores across all Australian states and New Zealand, with plans for continued future growth. Our mission is to offer unparalleled service and style to all our customers.

Working at JD Sports is a state of mind, an attitude and way of challenging the norm. We do not conform; we create our own path and are elite within our field. And now, we’re seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our team.

THE ROLE

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and delivering cross-functional projects across JD Sports ANZ, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to business objectives. Working closely with Retail Operations, eCommerce, Supply Chain, Finance, HR and Technology teams, you will drive end-to-end project delivery across transformation initiatives, systems implementations, operational improvements and omnichannel capabilities.

This role requires someone who can balance structured project governance with the pace and agility of a fast-moving retail environment, while minimising disruption to trading operations and customer experience.

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Leading end-to-end project delivery across planning, execution, implementation and closure phases
• Developing and managing integrated project plans, milestones and critical paths
• Managing scope, timelines, budgets, resourcing and project governance
• Coordinating cross-functional stakeholders across Retail, Digital and Support Office teams
• Ensuring project delivery aligns to trading calendars and peak retail periods
• Managing risks, dependencies and escalation pathways through RAID management
• Overseeing vendor and systems integrator delivery, including statements of work and deliverables
• Supporting business case development, financial tracking and benefits realisation
• Facilitating steering committees, governance forums and executive reporting
• Supporting go-live, cutover and post-implementation activities

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years’ Project Management experience within Retail, FMCG or similar fast-paced environments
• Proven experience delivering cross-functional transformation or systems implementation projects
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage across all business levels
• Experience managing project budgets, forecasting and commercial tracking
• Strong governance and reporting capability including RAID management and executive reporting
• Excellent problem-solving, prioritisation and decision-making skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable operating in agile environments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, IT, Commerce or related discipline
• PRINCE2 / PMP / Agile / Scrum certifications highly regarded
• Change Management certification (Prosci / ADKAR) advantageous

WHY JD SPORTS?

At JD Sports, no two days are the same. As one of the fastest-growing global sports fashion retailers, you’ll be joining a business that moves fast, thinks differently and continues to evolve across Retail, Digital, eCommerce and Support Office functions.

This is an opportunity to be part of large-scale transformation and business improvement initiatives across ANZ, while working alongside passionate, high-performing teams who genuinely love what they do. Whether it’s supporting major projects, driving innovation or shaping new ways of working, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a business that values energy, pace and fresh thinking.

You’ll also have access to exciting career development opportunities across the wider JD Sports business, with the chance to grow your career as we continue to expand.

On top of that, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous staff discounts for you, friends and family
• Brand new offices in the heart of the CBD
• Birthday leave
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program & wellbeing initiatives
• Monthly culture committee events, including our popular pre-payday lunches

At JD Sports, it’s more than just a job, it’s being part of a brand, culture and team that’s constantly pushing forward.

Apply now and kickstart your JD Sports journey.

Please note, by applying for this role, you consent to us completing a Work Rights check to verify your working rights where required.