Network Development Manager - VIC/TAS

Wesfarmers Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing

Employee discounts

EAP access

Onsite gym

Job summary

Wesfarmers Health is seeking a Network Development Manager to drive franchise growth across Australia. You will lead national pipeline activities, oversee growth budgets, and collaborate with Leasing, Store Development, Marketing and Operations to convert opportunities into open pharmacies such as Priceline Pharmacy and related brands.

The role demands strong sales experience, franchise development expertise, and excellent stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sales, retail, franchise or management roles.
• Proven franchise development or network growth experience.
• Pharmacy sector experience is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead national pipeline of franchise conversions, acquisitions, greenfield sites, and new-to-network opportunities.
• Manage and report on national growth budgets with risk/opportunity tracking.
• Conduct site assessments including demographics, trade area insights and financial modelling.
• Collaborate with Leasing, Store Development, Marketing and Operations to progress sites from lead to opening.
• Represent Wesfarmers Health at conferences and industry events.
• Educate industry about brand benefits and lift national presence via events and B2B initiatives.

Skills

Sales experience

Franchise development

CRM management

Reporting skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

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At Wesfarmers Health we strive to make health, beauty and wellness experiences simpler, more affordable and easier to access for all Australians.

Our portfolio includes well-known names like Priceline, as well as our MediAesthetics brands - Clear Skincare Clinics and SILK Laser Clinics. In the digital space, we’re proud to have SISU Health and InstantScripts—and most recently, we’ve launched our newest retail beauty stores, atomica.

About us:

What began in 1910 as a small co-operative of just three pharmacies has grown into Wesfarmers Health—a leading Australian organisation in health, beauty, and wellness.

Today, Wesfarmers Health proudly employs over 3,600 team members, all committed to delivering accessible, innovative, and trusted health and beauty services to Australians nationwide, across retail, medi-aesthetics, digital health, and wholesale and supply chain operations.

What you’ll do:

We have an exciting opportunity for aNetwork Development Managerto join the Network & Property Development team. Reporting to the Head of Franchise Network Development, you will lead network‑related activities across Australia, championing the expansion and performance of all Wesfarmers Health retail pharmacy brands—includingPriceline Pharmacy, InstantScripts Health Hub and Pharmacy 4 Less.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will play a key role in identifying growth opportunities, shaping our market presence, and driving the successful launch and development of new pharmacies nationally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the national pipeline of franchise conversions, independent acquisitions, greenfield sites, and new‑to‑network opportunities
• Managing and reporting on national growth budgets, with proactive identification of risks and opportunities
• Conducting detailed site assessments including demographics, trade area insights, competitive reviews and financial performance modelling
• Working closely with Corporate Leasing, Store Development, Marketing and Operations to progress sites from lead to opening
• Representing Wesfarmers Health across the industry through conferences, events and engagement with key pharmacy stakeholders
• Building strong, trust‑based relationships with franchisees, independent owners, pharmacists, accountants, finance partners and industry advisors
• Educating the industry about the benefits of our brands and lifting our national presence through events, presentations and targeted B2B initiatives

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of pharmacy retail in Australia and champion the growth of some of the country’s most recognised pharmacy brands.

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated experience in sales of which 5 years spent in retail, franchise or management roles
• Proven experience in franchise development and/or retail network growth is essential
• Experience in the pharmacy sector is highly regarded
• Strong reporting and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of tools as well as CRM Management Experience
• High attention to detail and with excellent time management skills
• Operational Experience preferable
• Intermediate knowledge of the franchise code of conduct
• Demonstrate high level of commercial acumen
• Deep understanding of profit and loss reporting
• Bachelor Degree preferable but not essential

Why us?

• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including team member discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks, OnePass, Priceline, atomica and Clear Skincare Clinics
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across the Wesfarmers Health Division and the broader Wesfarmers Group
• Novated leasing options
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - available to all team members and their immediate family members, 24/7, 365 days a year
• Beautiful outdoor terrace for work and recreation
• Food, coffee and health & wellbeing facilities onsite including a landlord operated gym
• Dedicated end of trip facilities (cycle racks, showers, lockers)

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

Wesfarmers Health aims to become an employer of choice for First Nations Australians, through investments that attract, empower and retain First Nations team members within our stores, distribution centres, clinics and corporate offices.

As part of the Wesfarmers group, we provide authentic support through a diverse range of programs and initiatives, designed to empower you on your journey towards personal achievement and professional advancement.

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