Talent Acquisition Manager - Fixed Term Contract

Be Part of Something Bigger at Metcash
At Metcash, you’re the power behind an independent Australia. For almost 100 years, we’ve proudly supported local, family-owned businesses—helping them become the best stores in town. As Australia and New Zealand’s leading independent retail partner and wholesaler in food, liquor, and hardware, we combine the heart of a small business with the strength of a big business. Your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:
•    Grow your career with tailored development programs
•    Thrive your way with flexible work options
•    Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team

About the Opportunity
We’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager to join our People & Culture team for a parental leave contract (until end April 2027).  You will manage a team of talent acquisition partners, dedicated to our Food & Liquor pillars, providing effective, efficient and proactive recruitment support for our hiring managers. 

In This Role, You Will:
•    Lead and manage the full recruitment lifecycle for senior-level roles, building strong talent pipelines for critical positions. 
•    Mentor and support the talent acquisition team (5x TA Partners) fostering a collaborative, proactive, high-performance culture. 
•    Partner with HR and business leaders to understand talent needs, succession plans, and lead internal mobility strategies.
•    Proactively source and engage top talent using innovative tools and best practices to enhance candidate and hiring manager experience. 
•    Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and integrate EVP principles throughout the hiring process. 
•    Be an active member of the Talent Acquisition Community of Practice, contributing new ideas and business updates and ensuring efficiency across our TA teams

You’re Likely a Match If You:
•    Proven experience leading and managing a Talent Acquisition team.
•    Prior experience within Retail, FMCG or wholesale industries is highly regarded.
•    Strong track record in developing effective recruitment strategies to support growth, attrition and succession planning targets.
•    Builds collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environments. 
•    Engages stakeholders at all levels and adapts communication style as needed. 
•    Thrive in fast pace setting, adapt quickly to new priorities and are confident in making decisions.
•    Previous experience with SuccessFactors ATS is highly regarded, but not essential.

What’s On Offer
We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:
📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities
🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
🏠 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us
Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational, and marketing support.
We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability—and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

Join us and be part of something bigger!

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