Strategic Commodity & Commercial Analyst

Coles Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Gym & parking facilities

Staff discounts

Recognition program

Job summary

Coles Group is seeking a Commercial Analyst to join our Commercial team in Melbourne. You will partner with Category Managers to analyze commodity movements, identify trends and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations that drive value and profitability.

You will use Power BI and advanced analytics to translate data into clear insights, influence stakeholders, and support decisions across finance, reporting and operations. Hybrid work and career development are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in analytical, commercial, procurement or insights-focused roles.
• Advanced Excel and systems capability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build collaborative relationships.
• Experience partnering with finance, reporting, or operational teams.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear business insights.
• Tertiary qualification in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Analyse cost inputs driven by commodity movements and market trends.
• Provide actionable commercial recommendations to guide business decisions.
• Support delivery of improved customer value, margin and profit through category/supplier profitability reviews.
• Collaborate with Category Managers and Business Unit teams to shape commercial insights.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Advanced Excel

Communication

Influence & collaboration

Finance partnership

Data translation

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Coles Group is seeking a Commercial Analyst to join our Commercial team in Melbourne. You will partner with Category Managers to analyze commodity movements, identify trends and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations that drive value and profitability.

You will use Power BI and advanced analytics to translate data into clear insights, influence stakeholders, and support decisions across finance, reporting and operations. Hybrid work and career development are offered.