Retail Network Planning Lead

General information

Name

Retail Network Planning Lead North

Site / Location

Australia Post, Cleveland Street

Ref #

12383706

Entity

Australia Post

Opening Date

09-Jun-2026

Suburb

Redfern

Work Type

Permanent Full Time

Description & Requirements

Help us deliver a better tomorrow

Australia Post is delivering for all Australians. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride.

About the opportunity

As Retail Network Planning Lead (North – NSW/ACT, QLD, NT) you’ll drive a forward-thinking, data-led strategy that keeps our network strong, relevant, and competitive in a changing market.

Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you’ll champion innovation, uncover growth opportunities, and ensure our Retail network delivers both commercial performance and exceptional community value.

There may be some requirement to travel interstate.

What you’ll deliver with us

Align the network strategy with broader business goals to deliver meaningful transformation, strengthen operational performance, and enhance the Australia Post brand by proactively addressing evolving customer needs, market trends, and efficiency opportunities.

You’ll also

• Work with regional teams including GM's, Territory Managers and Field Leads to understand the region’s specific network planning requirements (short, medium and long term) and contribute to the development and maintenance of the national network plan. This includes all current and future formats and ownerships models.
• Analysing and interpreting local data relating to population growth projections, residential development, store performance etc in order to recommend enhancements to the network plan and its supporting processes.
• Critically analyse, assess, and complete proforma templates— including, but not limited to, Network Change Briefs, fit-out briefs, and leasing documentation - ensuring all content is robust, data-driven and aligned to organisational standards. Adhere to all required governance, endorsement, and approval processes, progressing each deliverable through the defined workflow to finalisation.

• With assistance from Group Property, identify and complete detailed site location assessments for existing and new sites aligning with network plan and desired format.
• In conjunction with Group Property ensure that leases are renewed on-time and that the negotiated lease terms and conditions achieve the cost, time and flexibility objectives of the network plan.
Complete business cases for all regional fit outs (new outlets or relocations) as identified from the network plan.

About you

You’re confident working with data and know how to turn insights into action. A strategic, forward thinker, you’re self-driven and motivated to deliver results. You build strong relationships and can collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and bring experience across key strategic areas including network planning and catchment planning, leasing, and outlet design.

You’ll also need

• Experience in the retail or service industry, preferably within a network planning, property management or operations role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing network plans for retail or service operations, including Greenfield site identification, conversions, relocations and closures.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully overseeing complex projects from inception to completion.
• Experience in identifying and mitigating risks associated with network planning and operational execution.
• Understanding of customer behaviour insights and strategies to align network planning decision with customer-centric goals.

How we’ll deliver for you

• Join a supportive, collaborative team and gain exposure to high-level, future-focused decision making
• We offer a great range of benefits, including a focus on work-life balance & flexibility, career development opportunities, and exclusive discounts through our Post Perks program.
• You’ll work alongside inspiring leaders who are deeply committed to developing talent, making it a great place to grow your career.

We’re delivering together

At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.

We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees.

We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on [email protected].

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