Stewart Mac Donald
About Stewart Mac Donald
Stewart Mac Donald is the Director - APAC at WorkJam, where he has contributed to the company's expansion in the Asia-Pacific region since 2019. He has over two decades of experience in retail operations management, having held various leadership roles at Target Australia, Kmart Australia Limited, and The Warehouse Ltd.
Current Role at WorkJam
Stewart Mac Donald serves as the Director for the Asia-Pacific region at WorkJam since 2019. In this role, he focuses on expanding the company's presence and influence within the region. His leadership is aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies and driving business growth through innovative workforce management solutions.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Stewart Mac Donald has over two decades of experience in retail operations management. He held various managerial positions at Target Australia, including Store Support Manager, Head of Workforce Strategy & Transformation, and Merchandise Operations Manager. His tenure at Kmart Australia Limited as Store Manager spanned 13 years, contributing to his extensive knowledge of retail dynamics.
Work at Target Australia
During his time at Target Australia, Stewart held multiple roles, including Head Of Simpler Stores and Activity & Services Manager. His responsibilities included overseeing workforce strategy and transformation initiatives, which equipped him with a strong background in optimizing retail operations. He worked at Target Australia from 2014 to 2018, with various roles contributing to his expertise in the sector.
Education and Qualifications
Stewart Mac Donald studied at Lincoln University in New Zealand, where he focused on Accounting, Economics, and Marketing, earning Certificates of Proficiency from 2005 to 2006. He also attended Otago Boys High School from 1989 to 1993, laying the foundation for his educational and professional journey.
Experience at The Warehouse Ltd
At The Warehouse Ltd, Stewart held several positions, including Communications & Customer Experience Specialist and Store Manager. His work from 2009 to 2011 as Store Manager and later as Workload Manager from 2011 to 2013 contributed to his understanding of customer experience and operational management within a retail context.