Coles Group

We’re thrilled to announce that for the second consecutive year, Coles Group is an Excellence Awardee as an Employer of Choice in the HR Awards. This award recognises the best organisation to work for in Australia with 1,000 employees and is judged on leadership, engagement, communication and employee benefits. We’re proud of the great experience our teams, and the industry tell us we continue to provide. https://lnkd.in/gXcS_Bs2 #ProudlyColes #EmployerofChoice HRD Australia / Kris Webb / Leah Weckert

NAIDOC Week is held across the country from 7 – 14 July and celebrates and recognises the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud’ honours the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations culture – with fire a symbol of connection to Country, to each other, and to the rich tapestry of traditions that define Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Our Reconciliation Action Plan outlines our ambition to win together with the Indigenous communities in which we operate, which includes providing more opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, organisations, communities and customers to engage with our business.   View our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://lnkd.in/gkEtmg5x   #NAIDOC2024 Cristilee Houghton (she/her) / Sally Fielke / Sam Muir / Dale Ernesti / Lorraine Efeturk / Jasmine Nicholson / David Brewster

At Coles Group, we are committed to continuing our focus on making our stores more accessible and inclusive for our customers. Aligned to our values of ‘Caring for each other’ and ‘Deliver for our Customers’, we are proud to announce an exciting retail-first pilot with Medical Travel Companions. Offering assistance of a qualified Paramedic, Doctor or Nurse (like Enmarie pictured), Medical Travel Companions assists customers for their end-to-end shopping experience. Assistance can be in the form of home to in-store, navigating the store, and home again, creating independence for customers to be able to leave home to do their shopping. If you know someone who needs assistance, or you require assistance yourself, you can book by visiting the Accessibility section of Coles online: https://lnkd.in/gi65qU_N, where you’ll will be taken to a booking service. #ProudlyColes #AccessibilityFirst #CareForEachOther #DeliverForOurCustomers Kate Roff / Martin Smithson / Ben Hassing / Marta Miranda

Last month, with the help of Commanding Officer of the Salvation Army, Major Brendan Nottle and Collingwood AFL and AFLW stars Brit Bonnici and Jordan De Goey, Coles helped fill the pantries of 40 Magpie Nest homes through our support of the Magpie Nest program. These homes provide a safe place for people who are experiencing homelessness.   Run by The Salvation Army Australia Project 614 with the support of the Collingwood Football Club Foundation and Coles Group, Magpie Nest provides support services, case workers, meals and safe, affordable accommodation to the most vulnerable people in our community. The program also provides support services for women affected by the trauma of domestic violence.   Coles has been a partner of Collingwood Football Club Foundation since 2018, helping to raise vital funds to support the Magpie Nest as well as providing volunteers to help prepare and serve meals at its café in Melbourne’s CBD. More than 400 Coles team members volunteered at the Magpie Nest last year, contributing over 2,500 hours to help prepare and serve meals to vulnerable Victorians. Here you will see Brendan, Brit, Jordan and Coles team member Lucy, delivering Coles groceries to some of Melbourne’s most vulnerable people. #ProudlyColes   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gSKuye9u https://lnkd.in/ggMBsZMw

In May, our Women in Tech Mentoring Program launched with a formal event, bringing together guest speakers, mentors, and mentees to discuss the initiative. Hear from the program leads about their goals and what participants hope to achieve through this mentorship experience. At Coles Group, our commitment to gender equity and diversity empowers women in their leadership journey. Over 4 months, professionals at various stages will unite with mentors to exchange ideas and collaborate towards their mentorship objectives. This year's program supports 40 talented women in technology, each paired with 40 experienced professionals across Coles' technology and digital domains. Let's continue celebrating and championing women in tech, building a vibrant community where everyone has a seat at the table. Ready to advance your digital or tech career? Become part of our vibrant women in tech community at Coles Group and unlock new opportunities when you join: Technology careers: https://lnkd.in/g3fBFhEv Digital careers: https://lnkd.in/e9cqq-Yr   #WomenInTech #MentorshipProgram #DEI #ProudlyColes #LifeAtColes John Cox / Ben Hassing / Nick W / Usha Vinjamuri / Samantha VanDenBerg / Geetha Rodricks / Maybel Gastar / Dr. Amrita Prasad / Roslyn Mackay / Olinda Tam / Sabrina Raj / Donna-Jane Acornley

Today we’re proud to share our refreshed human rights strategy which is a recommitment to respect and support the human rights of our team members, customers, the communities we serve and workers throughout our supply chain. Our refreshed strategy provides a framework to prevent harm and foster a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and equality. This includes fair and safe working conditions, responsible purchasing practices and protecting the rights of people across our operations and value chain, especially the most vulnerable. This strategy has evolved from an extensive period of research, learning, consultation and design, in partnership with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including NGOs, suppliers, academics, team members, survivors of modern slavery and workers in our supply chain. You can read the Coles human rights strategy here: https://lnkd.in/gYCFmEda David Brewster / Marnee Nugent / Kim Nguyen / Aaron Hill #HumanRights #Strategy #ESG #DEI #SupplyChain 

Team members across Australia have helped Coles to set a new fundraising record for FightMND with more than $9.3 million raised in just over six weeks. The funds raised with the support and generosity of customers, pork farmers and suppliers will enable FightMND to make targeted investments into projects focused on developing new treatments and driving discoveries towards a cure for Motor Neurone Disease. Coles Chief Commercial Officer Anna Croft said “We’re extremely proud of our team members who embraced this Big Freeze like never before, partnering with local communities and businesses to run DIY Big Freeze events, supporting BBQs at local sports clubs and of course, conducting their own store ice bucket challenges.” FightMND Campaigns Director Bec Daniher said “On behalf of my family, FightMND and everyone battling the Beast, I want to recognise and thank everyone who purchased Beanies, Socks and donated generously to the cause.” This year’s fundraising record takes Coles’ total contribution to FightMND to nearly $40 million since 2018. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gXJB8bz2 #BetterTogether #ColesGoodThings #DontSayDo #BigFreeze10

Coles Group has completed the acquisition of two automated milk processing facilities from Saputo Dairy Australia. 48 team members have joined as part of the transition, and the teams at the two new dairy facilities in Laverton North (VIC) and Erskine Park (NSW) will be led by Ian Bell, General Manager Dairy Operations.   Today marks a significant milestone on our journey to deliver consistently for customers, and will step change the resilience of our supply chain and security of our milk supply. It will also allow Coles to continue to build on the strong relationships we have developed with our dairy farmers, who we source over 200 million litres directly annually for our fresh milk products.   #ProudlyColes

Did you know Coles Group offers diverse career paths when you join our grads program? Hear from Liliana Nguyen, who went from Coles Graduate to Senior Strategy Analyst in just 2 years! Liliana took an unexpected leap into a new industry after her grad program. Her inspiring journey, advice and seizing opportunities is a must-read. Dive into Liliana's story to see how you can kickstart an exciting career at Coles Group. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gcZzVB7p #ColesGrads #ProudlyColes #LifeAtColes #ColesCareers   Liliana N. / Pamela Marcou / Chloe Morley / Ajay Kant / Hiruni Jasin Pathiranage / Cam Morgan

We are thrilled to announce that Coles Group has achieved Disability Confident Recruiter status for the second year in a row, awarded by the Australian Disability Network. This achievement reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and accessible candidate experience, where candidates are supported and can showcase their potential without barriers. “Achieving Disability Confident Recruiter status in both 2023 and 2024, marks a significant milestone for Coles Group and our Talent Acquisition team. Throughout this journey, we’ve gained invaluable insights and implemented meaningful enhancements to attract and support candidates with disability. By prioritising accessibility and inclusivity in our recruitment process, we ensure Coles Group continues to attract the best talent and create an inclusive and diverse workplace. ” Mike Virgo, Head of Talent Acquisition. As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to the journey ahead, where we will continue to embed inclusive hiring best practice and champion diversity and inclusion at Coles Group. Read about our journey to becoming a Disability Confident Recruiter here: https://lnkd.in/g7ZsJMPK #ProudlyColes #DisabilityConfidentRecruiter #DisabilityInclusion Mike Virgo / Leah McCabe / Anita Devereaux / Katie Wyatt GAICD / Marta Miranda.