Category Specialist

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Woolworths Full time

About Woolworths Group

We are a leading retailer in Australia and New Zealand, with a purpose to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow. Our team of 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts, and unique perspectives work together to innovate and solve problems, making us a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a Category Specialist to join our Group Procurement team. As a Category Specialist, you will be responsible for developing category plans, supporting key GNFR initiatives, and driving commercial opportunities. You will work closely with our Facilities Management/Format Development team to achieve desired outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop category plans in conjunction with key stakeholders.
  • Support and drive key GNFR initiatives.
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of all category influencers.
  • Anticipate, negotiate, and execute commercial opportunities.
  • Understand priorities and manage Procurement activities.
  • Identify procurement activity business partners and influence them as required.
  • Build and maintain momentum and consistency with regards to key stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop, implement, and manage vendor performance metrics, documents, and reporting.
  • Anticipate and execute contract-based opportunities.
  • Manage the central repository for contracts.
  • Conduct risk analysis and market analysis to drive category strategies.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in a similar procurement role.
  • Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience with procuring fixture and fitout, engineering equipment, and construction ideally within the Retail sector.
  • Strong results focus and continuous improvement skills.
  • Sound appreciation of category management principles and processes.
  • Deliver significant and sustainable EBITDA benefits year on year.

What We Offer

  • A progressive and flexible 'Work from Anywhere' policy.
  • A global business with endless career possibilities.
  • Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands.

We value diversity and aim to create a vibrant and inclusive workforce. If you meet a number of requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.

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