Job Opportunities at Woolworths

Main Purpose

• To develop and execute a customer-focused and profitable seasonal product strategy that aligns with the company’s overall strategy and brand identity. You will ensure the product range is trend-appropriate, commercially viable, and appeals to our target customer. From product conception through to in-store execution, you will oversee the entire journey, ensuring a balanced and well-curated range that meets sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

Seasonal Planning & Product Development

• Develop and execute a profitable seasonal product strategy aligned with department KPIs.
• Leverage data (trends, customer insights, competitor analysis) to guide the product roadmap.
• Present the seasonal plan, outlining strategic categories and channel-specific considerations.
• Collaborate with Design & Sourcing to build a balanced, trend-driven range.

Product Innovation & Collaboration

• Partner with Sourcing to introduce innovative product concepts and manage the product lifecycle.
• Oversee sample approvals with Technical Product Development, ensuring quality and critical path alignment.
• Utilise global insights to identify market opportunities and product innovation.

Customer Understanding & Market Analysis

• Deepen customer insights through tools like First Insights and competitor benchmarking.
• Conduct market research (EDITED, WGSN) to inform product differentiation and merchandising strategies.
• Develop marketing proposals to enhance the in-store and online customer experience.

 Analyse weekly sales across all channels and adjust trading strategies accordingly.

• Collaborate with Planning and Sourcing to address product performance through markdowns, promotions and volume adjustments.
• Provide competitor feedback to inform future buying strategies.

Key Competencies

• A relevant degree/qualification in Fashion or Product Development.
• 5 - 8 years of experience in a Buying role, with a strong background in fashion and accessories.
• Preferred product knowledge in babywear & accessories.
• A deep understanding of customer behaviour, market trends and product development processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage a Buyer’s Assistant, Trainee and Buyer I.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of current trends and proven ability to interpret trends and conceptualize products
• Excellent understanding of market and ability to analyse trends
• Demonstrates the ability to think strategically and formulate effective plans and strategies.
• Understanding of business and buying processes and systems
• Retail market and industry knowledge
• Knowledge of markdown and mark up pricing, visibility to drive sales, sell-through
• Ability to travel both locally and international
• Strong numerical and analytical skill

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Main Purpose

• To strategically curate and deliver a balanced product range that aligns with the evolving needs and preferences of Woolworths customers. Ensure exceptional value and relevance for both current and potential shoppers. You will drive the product strategy to ensure the collections are aligned with fashion trends, customer demands and business goals, thereby maintaining a competitive edge in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales & Strategy Development: Analyse sales performance and market data to inform buying decisions and shape future strategies. Collaborate with leadership to align the buying strategy with the wider Group objectives, driving profitability and growth.
• Market Research & Trend Interpretation: Stay ahead of global and local fashion trends by conducting extensive market research. Use this data to curate collections that resonate with our customer base while maintaining a focus on innovation and sustainability.
• Product Procurement & Range Planning: Lead the end-to-end procurement process of seasonal ranges, coordinating across departments to ensure seamless execution from design to delivery. Optimise product assortments to ensure they meet customer demands and business goals. 
• Supplier Negotiations: Establish strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating competitive cost prices to deliver value for money. Ensure selling price points and primary margin targets are consistently achieved without compromising on quality.
• Quality Assurance & Style Consistency: Uphold the highest quality standards across all products, ensuring each piece reflects the brand's signature look, feel, and style. Champion our commitment to delivering premium-quality apparel that customers love.
• Critical Path Management: Ensure adherence to critical timelines for product development, buying, and range launches. Mitigate risks and manage any challenges that could impact the timely delivery of the range.
• Business Growth & Product Innovation: Collaborate with designers and the product development team to create unique, trend-forward pieces that differentiate us in the market.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor Assistant Buyers and Buyer’s Assistants. 

Key Competencies

• Relevant retail/ business qualifications 
• 5-8 years buying experience is essential
• Previous womenswear buying experience preferred
• Experience in wash, fit, construction, product development, and manufacturing
• Creativity, taste and flair: ensure that ranges are balanced and offer real choice to our customers 
• Passion for Product / Merchandise 
• Negotiation and influencing skills 
• Merchant and retail ability demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the marketplace, competitors and customer needs 
• Business acumen 
• Team Player: ability and will to work co-operatively with others within a team and across departments towards a common objective 
• Results driven and proactive 
• Entrepreneurial
• Effective communication and presentation skills 
• Ability to present a well-balanced range 
• Tolerance to change / ability to work under pressure 
• Computer literate: ability to operate in a Windows-based environment
   

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Main Purpose

• To develop and execute a customer-focused and profitable seasonal product strategy that aligns with the company’s overall strategy and brand identity. You will ensure the product range is trend-appropriate, commercially viable, and appeals to our target customer. From product conception through to in-store execution, you will oversee the entire journey, ensuring a balanced and well-curated range that meets sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities

Seasonal Planning & Product Development

• Develop and execute a profitable seasonal product strategy aligned with department KPIs.
• Leverage data (trends, customer insights, competitor analysis) to guide the product roadmap.
• Present the seasonal plan, outlining strategic categories and channel-specific considerations.
• Collaborate with Design & Sourcing to build a balanced, trend-driven range.

Product Innovation & Collaboration

• Partner with Sourcing to introduce innovative product concepts and manage the product lifecycle.
• Oversee sample approvals with Technical Product Development, ensuring quality and critical path alignment.
• Utilise global insights to identify market opportunities and product innovation.

Customer Understanding & Market Analysis

• Deepen customer insights through tools like First Insights and competitor benchmarking.
• Conduct market research (EDITED, WGSN) to inform product differentiation and merchandising strategies.
• Develop marketing proposals to enhance the in-store and online customer experience.

Trading and Sales Performance

• Analyse weekly sales across all channels and adjust trading strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with Planning and Sourcing to address product performance through markdowns, promotions and volume adjustments.
• Provide competitor feedback to inform future buying strategies

Key Competencies

• A relevant degree /qualification in Fashion or Product Development. 
• 5 - 8 years of experience in a Buying role, with a strong background in fashion and accessories.
• Preferred product knowledge in women’s handbag, belts, headwear, scarfs, ponchos & wraps. 
• A deep understanding of customer behaviour, market trends and product development processes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage a Buyer’s Assistant 
• Computer literate with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of current trends and proven ability to interpret trends and conceptualize products
• Excellent understanding of market and ability to analyse trends
• Demonstrates the ability to think strategically and formulate effective plans and strategies.
• Understanding of business and buying processes and systems
• Retail market and industry knowledge
• Knowledge of markdown and mark up pricing, visibility to drive sales, sell-through
• Ability to travel both locally and international
• Strong numerical and analytical skill