Koala's mission is: Better furniture experiences, designed with the World in mind. Combining customer-centric products, a world-class technology and fulfillment platform, incredible customer service and social good; we are changing the way people buy and enjoy furniture to create happier, healthier habitats.

Why we have this role @ Koala

We are looking for a Product Assistant for Textile Development to work across the broad range of products at Koala. You will help us launch products that continue to surprise and delight our customers around the world. Are you ready to take on the career opportunity of a lifetime?

As the Product Assistant for Textile Development you will…

• Step into the role with a deep understanding of upholstery and soft furnishings textiles.
• Be accountable for professional and long term relationships with suppliers.
• Develop a deep understanding of your supplier’s capabilities (e.g. materials, costs, lead times), to ensure alignment with current and future business needs.
• Coordinate all aspects of textile sampling and ensure adherence to sample budgets, arrange supplier payments, and coordinate sample shipping. 
• Be responsible for sample and bulk production ordering and tracking.
• Coordinate and lead sample development reviews.

• Take ownership of the timeline by influencing key stakeholders across teams throughout the development cycle to ensure all products remain on track to brief and timelines.

• Drive profitability by negotiating the best prices for new textile developments.
• Work closely with suppliers to develop products that meet our sustainability goals.  
• Be responsible for ordering  test samples and submitting to 3rd party test facilities.
• Work alongside the QC team with regards managing supplier due diligence and product quality expectations.

What you will bring to the role…

• 2-3 years experience in the upholstery textiles industry.
• The drive and energy to operate in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to understand the big picture and prioritise competing considerations.
• Ability to take and execute decisions, with a solid sense of accountability and initiative.
• High-level attention to detail.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate clearly and in a simple way.

Treehouse Perks and Privileges…

Koala is only great when its employees are happy — and we’re one happy bunch! 

• WFB/Hybrid working - We’re mixing it up with a couple of days back in the Alexandria Treehouse (office) and work from bed/home (WFB); we want you to do your best work the way that works for you, including from anywhere on the globe (T&Cs apply)!
• Take a break - Generous time off - volunteer, parental, Koala life leave and more to help keep your work-life balance, balanced. 
• Tuesday lunches, Monthly barbies, socials and stocked kitchen - With an emphasis on healthy, local and organic produce.
• Pet-friendly - The Koala Treehouse is as pet-friendly as they get!
• Surprise & delight - The two-word combo at the core of everything we do. All Koalas can expect to enjoy free Koala products with ‘mates rates’ for your friends and fam. 
• Support & wellbeing - Our employee experience respects and embraces all families, formed, found and evolving. You’ll have access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes unlimited sessions for financial, work, relationship, family or wellbeing support.
• Accelerate your career - via our Learning Management platform Juno, as well as individual and team growth budgets and dedicated days. 
• Short and long-term incentive plans ensure you benefit as Koala succeeds!  
• Community & connection - We believe that simply doing ‘no harm’ isn’t good enough  So, how are we doing our part? BCorp Certified, WWF Partnership, volunteer days, a member of SoftLanding,  1% and so much more.
• All in all, the Koala Kommunity is a great place to hang out and belong to!

Koalities we look for…

At Koala, we do things a little differently and we don’t shy away from the fact that we expect a lot from our employees! We are ambitious. We are curious. We are selfless. We want you to challenge expectations, always look to make a difference and give us something different from the norm. We want people that bring great energy, that have a long-game focus and are always trying to find new angles and approaches to the way we work. We're a team full of entrepreneurial spirit and have a relentless focus on 'what's next' but while always reviewing 'what's been done' and learning, growing and adapting. We're confident, but NEVER arrogant and we adapt to change like Steve Smith under a short ball.  Honesty and empathy drive everything we do, as well as a total focus on exceeding our customers’ expectations. So if you feel like this could be you... well what the bloody hell are you waiting for? Drop us a line, and let's see what you've got! ;)

There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate, Koala is a place where everyone has opportunity. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day. We’re an equal opportunity employer, and recognize that a diverse workforce is crucial to our success as a business.

To read more, check out our careers page or the great work we do with Work180.

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Thanks for stopping by. We know job hunting can be a little time consuming and you're probably keen to find out what's on offer, so we'll get straight to the point.

Where and how you can work

Our flagship campus is in Sydney. We also have a campus in Melbourne and co-working spaces in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. But you have choice in where and how you work. That means if you want to do your thing in the office (if you're near one), at home or a bit of both, it's up to you.

What you’d be doing in this role

As Canva scales change continues to be part of our DNA. But we like to think that's all part of the fun. So this will give you the flavour of the type of things you'll be working on when you start, but this will likely evolve.

At the moment, this role is focused on:

• Inspiring interest in deeply understanding our APAC customers,  what motivates them to use our product and how to build experiences that drive higher satisfaction, ongoing engagement, and retention.
• Understanding our broader APAC market and competitor landscape, our brand territory and positioning, honing our audience propositions and working with our product, performance, social media, community, and brand marketing teams to develop test, and measure our brand health, campaign strategy, and plans.
• Developing core frameworks, methodologies, databases, and reporting solutions to support internal decision making and answer critical business questions. Maximising the power of Canva’s data and systems, in combination with qualitative and quantitative research, to generate hypotheses, plan and deliver high-impact research.
• Producing highly actionable and authoritative insights that impact our growth initiatives and Marketing strategy while balancing business requirements.

You're probably a match if

• You have proven experience in market research and insights roles leading quantitative and qualitative primary research that delivers business results.
• You are innovator who is willing to roll up the sleeves and get into the weeds.
• You are highly collaborative, effective partner who can influence through sensible, thoughtful communication and execution.
• You have extraordinary communication and storytelling skills with experience across all levels; skilled at addressing both large and small audiences across multiple leadership levels and functions.
• You’re able to break down complex topics into simple solutions, ideas, and actionable outcomes.
• You have experience influencing and earning the trust of senior collaborators and moving business teams to take action.
• You possess proven experience in end-to-end research and user-centered design methods.
• You have deep domain expertise for Market Research & Insights with a mix of Qualitative & Quantitative Research Experience + Media Effectiveness.
• You have a deep knowledge and experience of conducting research across all markets in APAC.

About the team

This role is part of the Global Marketing Research & Data team. We are a team of Market Researchers, Data Analysts and Data Scientists who exist to deliver a high quality, deep and rich understanding of our markets, our competitors, our marketing and and our users. We deliver unrivalled insight into the business to ensure that we are making the right decisions at the right time.

Other stuff to know

We make hiring decisions to engage contractors based on your experience, skills and passion. When you signify interest in the Project, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the contractor-accreditation interview process.

Please note that contractor-accreditation meetings are conducted virtually.

Check out lifeatcanva.com for more info.

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We are presently in search of a casual Social Care Assistant to join our team at St John's Home in Wangaratta, Victoria. This role involves filling a weekly permanent shift as well as providing holiday cover.

The Social Care Assistant is responsible for facilitating a range of individual, group and community based lifestyle activities according to residents’ individual physical, social, cultural and spiritual needs and preferences.

Respect Aged Care embraces the values of respect, care, teamwork, courage, integrity, innovation, and excellence. We provide a supportive and respectful working environment and pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service and individualised care to our residents and their families.

Essential:

• Certificate III or IV Qualification in aged care or similar discipline.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).

Desirable: 

• Has empathy and sensitivity to the needs of the residents from a variety of cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the elderly and their families, employees and visitors.

To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and entitlements.
• Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation.
• Long-term employment in a recession-proof sector.
• A healthy and positive workplace culture.
• Learning, development, and growth opportunities.

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

Grow your career with a global retailer as a Buying Assistant within our Buying team at ALDI Australia, based in Minchinbury. This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity.

In this pivotal role, you will join a team that is at the heart of what makes ALDI unique: our products. As part of the Buying team, you will be involved in the journey of our products, from conception to our store shelves.

ALDI is not just a place to work, it's a place to make a difference. As part of the Buying team you’ll make a real impact on the shopping experience of our customers, helping us continue to offer quality products at unbeatable prices.

What does the role look like? 

• Assisting the Buying Director/Manager in end-to-end buying processes
• Drive new product development (NPD) 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with various suppliers
• Deliver on project initiatives and deadlines
• Contribute with artwork design and product specification development
• Manage advertising brief and sample management
• Assist in problem solving and product delivery/process issues
• Actively plan and forecast stock
• Providing and preparing information required for product sampling
• Maintain confidential product and supplier records

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

As a Store Manager at H&M, you are responsible for achieving the Sales and Profit goals in your store by creating a plan to deliver a great customer experience. You know the importance of listening to your team's ideas and supporting them to develop their skills. When you're not on the floor, you actively contribute to the success of your team and store by developing strategic sales strategies.  

At H&M, we value the importance of acting in line with our company values. We believe that no matter what role you hold, both what you do and how you do it are equally important.  

As a Store Manager at H&M you: 

• Lead by example to deliver exceptional customer service and create a memorable experience for our customers. 
• Promote our Hello Member loyalty program in line with store and country goals. 
• Regularly analyze and follow up your store’s sales & profit KPIs and take actions accordingly to maximize results. 
• Manage the recruitment, training, development and succession planning for your store. 
• Together with your Leadership Team, you ensure scheduling increases conversion within the frame of the hours plan. 
• You strengthen our company culture by promoting feedback in our daily work and coach your team. 

Ready to take the next step in your retail leadership career? As an Assistant Store Manager at ALDI, take charge of daily operations, driving sales, and inspiring your team to be their best.

As a member of the leadership team in store, you support the Store Manager in all areas of running a multi-million-dollar business. From motivating team members to rostering and reporting, you’ll be part of an exceptional team that delivers extraordinarily efficient service to our customers.

As an Assistant Store Manager you’ll:

• Help to develop the next generation of leaders in our stores by training and coaching team members to be their best
• Keep your store looking top-notch, upholding the highest standards of safety and cleanliness
• Manage our stock, keeping an eye on inventory, and minimising losses
• Work alongside your team on registers, filling shelves and merchandising special buys
• Identify opportunities for improvement - we love a good idea!
• Ensure our stores run smoothly, helping to keep our customers Australia’s most satisfied . There’s nothing like the satisfaction of a job well done!
• Step up and run the store whilst the Store Manager is on leave.

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

Want to kick-start your career? Join our outstanding retail team as a Store Assistant at ALDI! No retail know-how needed. We're looking for people with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn!

Our stores are open every day, including weekends and holidays – there's never a dull moment with plenty of variety. We do supermarkets a bit differently, you’ll get to experience all areas of the store rather than just be in one area, giving you lots of variety.

Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Being a customer service superstar and serving customers at the registers with a smile
• Keeping shelves stocked with products so that our customers can find all their favourites
• Being an expert in stock handling by making sure our products are in date and listed at the right price
• Creating eye-catching displays of our ALDI special buys
• Keeping the store tidy, organised and looking great

We are looking for an Executive Assistant/ Operations Coordinator to support the Director of Operations and provide high level operational support to the East Coast Senior Leadership team.

This role is a great opportunity for a highly experienced individual to provide operational and secretarial support to a busy Director and high functioning Senior Leadership team across the East Coast of Australia. You will be the glue that keeps the Senior Leadership team humming, comfortable being a point of contact with internal and external stakeholders, thrive in a fast-paced environments, can navigate ambiguity, you will be adept at anticipating the needs of these senior leaders and promote a high degree of professionalism.

We are an open, connected team who support each other and challenge the norms to exceed expectations and add value to our clients.

Specific to this role you will provide administrative support to the Director, exercising confidentiality and in addition:

• Be responsible for diary management and booking senior leadership meetings.
• Create and develop presentations and reports, agendas and minutes.
• Analyse financial and other data to provide advice to the director on key business performance metrics.
• Maintain files, records, calendars and diaries;
• Arrange and co-ordinate business travel, reconcile expenses and invoices.
• Co-ordinate business and team meetings for the Senior Leadership Team and Brisbane Support Office
• Lead or support projects critical to the Energy & Resources Greater Australia team
• Support other senior administrators as required.
• Work with a high attention to detail, maintaining control of tasks and activities.

What You’ll Bring

To succeed in this role, you will have the following experience and attributes

• Experience in a similar role within large Global or National organisation and used to working across multiple time zones and with several business units
• Proficient computer skills and in-depth/advanced knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite (including MS Excel, Teams, Word, Visio, Power BI, Sway, and PowerPoint)
• Be highly organised and have a solid working knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be proactive and take initiative – have a business improvement and growth mindset.
• Be adaptable in approach and working to different styles
• Take pride and accountability in your work

What We Offer

• Flexibility in terms of location and work hours (including some work from home)
• Exposure to different facets of the business and chance to work with diverse teams.
• A competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience.
• Career development to further your technical or leadership ambitions.
• Employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• A safe and inclusive work environment

Why choose Sodexo?   

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands here in Australia. Our employees, who personify Sodexo's unique values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, are our greatest asset through their commitment and dedication.   

We believe the more diverse we are, the stronger we are. No matter your background, we will do all we can to help you thrive. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive working environment for all our employees.     

 At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities.   

We offer a competitive salary, many development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!     

How to apply?   

If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience  and availability.    

One of our friendly recruiters will contact shortlisted candidates for a phone interview. This will also be your opportunity to ask any questions you may have.   

What are you waiting for? Submit your application today and become part of the Sodexo family!