Fresh Jobs at Woolworths

Introduction

• To achieve the Meat category’s goals by providing administrative support to the Meat Buying Team and to ensure the smooth running of the department

Job description
Administrative Supplier Management.

• Daily communication with the supplier base and weekly reconciliation.  
• Communication with Meat Buyers & Planners regarding supply and availability and facilitating corrective action required at supplier base.
• Provide ordering support.
• Maintain Static data.
• Provide general administrative support to the Buying Team.
• Ensure all Price and Pack information is transmitted accurately to all suppliers
• Prepare departmental reports, Excel worksheets and
• Word documents: eg:
• Weekly sales reports per supplier.
• Weekly supplier shorts (order fill) reports.
• Communication of Promotional Planner and managing suppliers’ completion of Promotional Check Sheet timeously with correct flashes.
• Manage alignment of flash fonts across all suppliers.
• Departmental operating expense capturing & management.
• Booking of meetings rooms, coffees and supplier parking.
• Compile, update and maintain supplier files.
• Ad-hoc administrative duties
• Handle ad-hoc queries and requests
• Preparation of Contracts and Trading terms

Minimum requirements

Technical Skills:

• At least 2 years relevant administration experience
• Matric (Grade 12)
• Accounting or Finance Degree or Diploma
• System experience of Supplier portal, COGNOS, CAM, JDA FF, FILA, RMS, FPI and COM
• Computer literacy skills – Proficient in Excel, Powerpoint and Word
• Basic understanding of retail accounting practices
• Basic understanding of Buying and Planning Knowledge

Behavioural Skills:

• Team Player.
• Administration orientation with high levels of accuracy & attention to detail.
• Initiative – ability to anticipate Buying Team members requirements and react in advance.
• Ability and willingness to take routine decisions in the absence of Buyer.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Deadline orientated.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Customer Service Orientation
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and Analytical ability
• Integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Work with team at varying levels
• Results driven and proactive
• Connecting People.

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Introduction

• Maximise trading opportunities by providing accurate forecasts of customer demand through management by exception, optimising inventory management through the supply chain within defined parameters.

Job description

• Optimise profitability through effective management of a set of KPI’s through effective analysis and reporting
• Contribute to the Department / Category Strategy with a specific focus on planning objectives and requirements
• Participate and provide input into assortment and space planning to maximize trading opportunities
• Provide input in development of Long-Term Tactical plans and supply management
• Build and develop relationships with all key stakeholders (internal and external)
• Own forecast accuracy, bias, and exception management through regular Forecast vs Actual performance reviews

Minimum requirements
 Behavioural

• Good analytical and numerical ability
• Resilience and multi-tasking
• Attention to detail is very important and a thorough mind set  
• Strong planning and organisational skills / ability
• Good business acumen, judgment and problem-solving skills / ability
• Ability to deliver good results in a stressful environment
• Team player with strong integration skills
•  Ability to convert analysis into clear commercial insights and recommendations
•  Confident in engaging and influencing stakeholders using data and facts

Technical and Functional

• Value Engineering
• Pricing and Margin Management
• Industry Understanding
• Project Management
• Quality Management
• Advanced Excel capability (pivots, scenario planning)
• Ability to manage large SKU counts across multiple supply base

Job Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of FMCG / planning experience
• Stores’ experience would be an advantage
• Retail or business-related tertiary qualification or FMT Planning Graduate would be an advantage
• Relevant Commercial / Retail degree
• Valid driver’s license advantageous
• Should be flexible to travel and may be required to work weekends where necessary
• Computer literacy and competent excel skills
   

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Introduction

• ​A dynamic team player is required to join our Produce Prepared Department, to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of high - quality, safe and compliant products.

Job description

• Brand integrity, quality and product safety.
• Quality monitoring and reporting.
• Deliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
• Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place.
• Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life.
• Supplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality, safe products consistently and according to Woolworths standards.
• Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately.
• Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of noncompliance.
• Supporting the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products.
• Align with sustainability objectives by promoting responsible raw material sourcing and supplier compliance with environmental and ethical policies.
• Support direct and secondary farmers through the Farming for the future and Factory for the future program.
• Effective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration.​

Minimum requirements

• BSc Foods Science Degree / BTech Food Technology, Advance Diploma Food Technology.
• Industry Expertise: 3-5 years of relevant experience in food industry roles, with knowledge across a variety of products. Understanding of high/low-risk processing and technical processes (HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain).
• Technical Knowledge: Strong technical product knowledge, including raw material sourcing, manufacturing processes, quality, and safety parameters. Familiarity with packaging functionality and its applications in food products.
• Problem Solving & Multitasking: Proven ability to identify and solve issues collaboratively with team and suppliers. Effective multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced, pressured environment.
• Teamwork & Communication: Team player who can work effectively with diverse groups. Strong communication skills with an assertive approach and conflict handling abilities.
• Quality & Compliance: Commitment to high standards and quality mindset, with the ability to apply food legislation requirements effectively.
• Business Acumen & Strategic Skills: Strong business judgment,strategic planning, and project management skills. Networking and influencing abilities to drive collaborative success.
• Adaptability & Initiative: Proactive, innovative, and entrepreneurial mindset, with flexibility to travel and handle stressful situations productively.
• Sensory Skills: Developed sensory skills to assess product quality effectively

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Introduction

• A dynamic team player is required to join our Foods Department, in order to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, availability and innovation sustainably.

Job description

• Brand integrity, quality and product safety
• Quality monitoring and reporting
• Deliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
• Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place
• Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life
• Supplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality, safe products consistently and according to Woolworths'standards
• Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately
• Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance
• Developing and managing the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products
• Effective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration

Minimum requirements

• BSc Food science / BTech Food technology / BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 3-5 years' experience
• Understanding of high/low risk processing including prepared
• Knowledge of technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain)
• Proven track record of relevant industry experience / knowledge across a wide range of product
• Technical product knowledge (including characteristics,raw material sourcing / manufacturing processes and quality / safety parameters)
• Knowledge of packaging functionality and application
• Ability to multitask and be agile
• Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with supplier base
• Team player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• Outstanding and effective communication skills
• Quality / high standard mindset
• Innovation / continuous improvement mindset
• Apply food legislation requirements in the category
• Ability to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
• Developed sensory skills
• Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability
• Strategic development and planning skills
• Project Management Skills
• Networking and influencing skills
• Assertive communication and conflict handling skills
• Pro-active, innovative and entrepreneurial
• Flexible with ability and willingness to travel
• Ability to work productively in a stressful environment​

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Introduction

• A dynamic team player is required to join our Foods Department, in order to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, availability and innovation sustainably.

Job description

• Brand integrity, quality and product safety
• Quality monitoring and reporting
• Deliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
• Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place
• Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life
• Supplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality, safe products consistently and according to Woolworths'standards
• Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately
• Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance
• Developing and managing the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products
• Effective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration

Minimum requirements

• BSc Food science / BTech Food technology / BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 3-5 years' experience
• Understanding of high/low risk processing including prepared
• Knowledge of technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain)
• Proven track record of relevant industry experience / knowledge across a wide range of product
• Technical product knowledge (including characteristics,raw material sourcing / manufacturing processes and quality / safety parameters)
• Knowledge of packaging functionality and application
• Ability to multitask and be agile
• Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with supplier base
• Team player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• Outstanding and effective communication skills
• Quality / high standard mindset
• Innovation / continuous improvement mindset
• Apply food legislation requirements in the category
• Ability to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
• Developed sensory skills
• Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability
• Strategic development and planning skills
• Project Management Skills
• Networking and influencing skills
• Assertive communication and conflict handling skills
• Pro-active, innovative and entrepreneurial
• Flexible with ability and willingness to travel
• Ability to work productively in a stressful environment​

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Introduction

• Lead the strategic shaping, and operational execution of micro space, assortment optimisation, and display efficiency for a portfolio of product Categories in support of Woolworths Foods business objectives.

Job description

• Lead the team in a manner consistent with our Woolworths Values and Our Leadership Way.
• Participate in setting clear direction, objectives and ways of working for your team.
• Actively participate in the development and training of your Space, Range and Display team members and colleagues.
• Lead presentation and sign-off of micro space and assortment optimisation recommendations to category stakeholders at key milestones in the SRD process.
• Lead a Space, Range and Display team to leverage trend analysis and data insights to proactively and continuously evaluate and provide value added actionable assortment and space recommendations that optimise use of space whilst driving profitable growth for both the Category and Foods business.
• Ensure alignment between proposed product assortment, category strategy, role of category, customer needs, commercial targets, and on shelf execution in our stores.
• Champion customer experience through customer-centric decision-making ensuring assortments and displays accurately reflect the customer decision-tree.
• Lead own team to ensure all planograms meet our SRD Principles. Improve profitability of space by optimising assortments and space within the planogram.
• Ensure space, range and display recommendations are holistic and sustainable resulting in positive commercial performance for both the Category and the overall Foods business.
• Partner with the Space, Range and Display Centre of Excellence team to keep abreast with and leverage Foods SRD tools, and ensure quality execution of SRD processes across Foods.
• Sponsor, and contribute to building a World-class Space, Range and Display capability as a profession for Foods.
• Be accountable for the quality application of SRD processes and creation and maintenance of quality planograms for the Categories within your portfolio. Category Managers and Buyers are accountable for the sign-off of accurate planograms for their Category/ies.
• Encourage collaborative behaviors with key stakeholders, including but not limited to: Buying, Planning, Product Development, Technology, Planning, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Trade planning, Store Development, Macro Space and Retail Operations Group.
• Keep abreast with available macro space, equipment and display solutions for your categories that improve ease of shop and replenishment efficiency.  Provide space insights (for example minimum credible offer) into macro blueprint process.
• Conduct regular store visits to proactively ensure strategic recommendations are executed and translate into an optimal customer experience on shelf in stores.
• Lead the team to resolve assortment and planogram incidents timeously and escalate trends. Partner with Merchandising team to gather store input.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant 4 year tertiary degree or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 10 years relevant Retail experience
• Proven experience successfully leading a team to deliver within the context of competing priorities and tight timeframes.
• Ability to leverage Microsoft office suite skills to analyse data, deduct insights and prepare recommendations for effective communication in order to influence decision-making. Specifically Powerpoint, Excel and Word.
• Ability to work in a matrix structure
• Ability to communicate points of view and recommendations clearly, concisely, and respectfully, conveying complex information in a way that is simplified, understood and appreciated to elicit action or decision-making.
• Ability to collect, interpret, visualise, make sense of data or information in order to deduct insights and shape actionable recommendations.
• Ability to connect the dots, building, visualizing and communicating a compelling narrative using data sets from multiple sources to enable decision-making.
• Ability to apply Space, Range and Display skills and tools within the Retail and Food Industry.
• Ability to apply Assortment optimisation, Channel clustering, Catalogue, Space and Display Management knowledge.
• Demonstrated Financial and Commercial Acumen
• Ability to apply critical decision-making skills
• Knowledge and application of Project Management methodologies and use of project management tools to project manage a team to deliver quality outcomes against a defined critical path.
• Proven ability to apply problem solving techniques to shape solutions.
• Set and engage team with clear and stretching goals for own area of responsibility that align to broader priorities
• Support team to deliver key priorities at pace, through regular communication and guidance
• Plan, manage and adjust team resources to meet shifting work demands
• Take responsibility for performance, holding team accountable, and removing obstacles that impact delivery
•  Support team to deliver quality outputs on time, especially during uncertainty and pressure
• Gather insight and diverse perspectives to inform decision making, encouraging team to do so
• Leverage data and analytics to devise solutions that have a positive impact, supporting team to have a ‘customer first’ mindset
• Guide team to move forward with the information available, ensuring momentum
• Balance value with cost when deciding on appropriate actions
• Share with team, and beyond, how technology and digital approaches can be leveraged to deliver a better service or experience
• Respond to change and support team to adapt approaches
• Create a safe team environment, enabling others to challenge and share ideas
• Guide team to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation
• Encourage and enable team to quickly test and implement new solutions, balancing risks and benefits
• Ensure insight and learning is captured and quickly shared across team and wider, to support improvement and innovation
• Regularly connect with team, and wider, to share updates, seek different perspectives and foster human connections
• Build relationships internally, and beyond, to support the achievement of goals
• Connect team with other parts of the business, involving the right people at the right time to deliver results
• Bring in diverse perspectives, and show empathy and respect towards others’ contribution
• Look after team’s well-being, and encourage them to be open, inclusive and support each other to deliver impact
• Leverage team capabilities, and support team’s development through learning opportunities
• Encourage team to regularly share feedback, across team and beyond
• Support team to learn from mistakes and build on successes, through own experience or from other parts of the business
• Provide space for team to take on appropriate responsibility, try new solutions and move things forward
• Focus team to develop skills and expertise, e.g., digital, appropriate to their role