Senior Network Strategy Partner

Officeworks; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Officeworks is seeking a Senior Network Strategy Partner to shape the national property network, drive store growth, and optimise portfolio value through advanced analytics and predictive modelling.

You will collaborate with Property, Finance, Operations and Executive leaders to deliver insights that inform major investments and network strategy. A strong background in analytics, retail networks and BI tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in network planning, property analytics, strategy and retail analytics.
• Strong analytical and modelling capabilities to translate data into insights.
• Advanced skills in Power BI, forecasting, or spatial/GIS tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management with ability to influence senior leaders.
• A curious mindset and data-driven approach to business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic optimisation of the Officeworks property network and portfolio.
• Analyse network performance, space productivity and market trends for decision support.
• Develop predictive models and insights for store planning and growth.
• Assess demographics, trade areas, competitors and customer demand.
• Create dashboards and automated reporting for stakeholders.
• Support business cases, capital investments, lease renewals and refurbishments.
• Partner with leadership to influence strategic decisions.
• Present data-driven recommendations to senior executives.

Skills

Network planning

Property analytics

Strategy

Commercial analytics

Business intelligence

Analytical modelling

Power BI

Forecasting

Spatial/GIS tools

Stakeholder management

Tools

Power BI

GIS tools

Job description

At Officeworks, we bring big ideas at low prices to life for our customers, team, communities, and stakeholders. Founded in 1994 in Richmond Victoria, with more than 170 stores nationwide, a digital platform offering over 40,000 products, a national call centre and a dedicated business solutions team supporting micro, small and medium-sized businesses start, run and grow , we help Australians work, learn, create and connect, wherever and however they choose to shop. From technology, office supplies and furniture to education, art materials and essential services like Print & Create and on‑site or remote tech support through Geeks2U, we deliver easy, engaging customer experiences every day. Our success is powered by more than 9,000 passionate team members. We are deeply committed to their safety, wellbeing, and career growth, while operating responsibly, giving back to the communities we serve through strong national and local partnerships, community fundraising, and a clear commitment to reducing our environmental impact and sourcing sustainably for the future.

About the role

Are you passionate about using data and insights to shape business strategy? As our Senior Network Strategy Partner, you'll play a critical role in influencing the future of the Officeworks property network. This is an exciting opportunity to combine commercial thinking, advanced analytics, and strategic planning to optimise our national footprint and support major investment decisions across all our property assets, from stores, to supply chain and our local and global support offices.

Working closely with Property, Finance, Operations and Executive leaders, you'll provide the insights that drive store growth, network performance, space optimisation, and long-term portfolio strategy. Through predictive modelling, spatial analytics, and modern reporting tools, you'll help ensure every property asset, square metre, and investment decision delivers maximum value.

Where you'll make a difference

• Lead the strategic optimisation of the Officeworks property network, identifying opportunities for growth, relocation, re-negotiation and portfolio enhancement.
• Analyse network performance, space productivity, and market trends to inform commercial and investment decisions.
• Develop predictive models and insights that support store planning, revenue growth, and portfolio performance.
• Assess demographics, trade areas, competitors, and customer demand to identify opportunities and risks.
• Create dashboards and automated reporting solutions that deliver actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Provide analytical support for business cases, capital investments, lease renewals, refurbishments, and new store opportunities.
• Partner with Property, Finance, Operations, and Executive leaders to influence strategic decision-making.
• Present data-driven recommendations and market insights to senior leaders and executive stakeholders.

About you

You’ll be a commercially minded analytics professional who enjoys solving complex business problems and influencing strategic decisions through data. You’ll bring:

• Experience in network planning, property analytics, strategy, commercial analytics, retail analytics, and / or business intelligence.
• Strong analytical and modelling capability with the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.
• Advanced skills in Power BI, analytics, forecasting, or spatial/GIS tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence presenting insights to and influencing senior leaders.
• A curious mindset and a passion for using data to drive tangible business outcomes.

Why Officeworks?

You’ll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your insights will help shape the future of one of Australia’s leading retail networks. If you’re excited by the opportunity to influence major business decisions through data-driven strategy, we’d love to hear from you.

Our culture

If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us! We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:

• We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs.
• Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
• Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.
• Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family
• We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs
• Our Flexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia
• Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth
• Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team. We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.