Area Specialist Pm

**About Woolworths Group**

Woolworths Group is a food and everyday needs retailer united by the shared purpose of creating better experiences together for a better tomorrow. With more than 1,400 stores across its Woolworths Supermarkets, Countdown Supermarkets (New Zealand) and BIG W brands, and fast-growing eCommerce businesses, Woolworths Group is Australia and New Zealand’s largest retailer. A top 10 company on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Woolworths Group employs more than 180,000 team members and serves more than 20 million customers a week.
- Work onsite at our highly automated DC on Afternoon shift
- Permanent opportunity for a passionate leader
- Role based at Melbourne South Regional DC in Dandenong South

The Woolworths Melbourne South Regional Distribution Centre (MSRDC) is a state-of-the-art distribution facility utilising the latest cutting-edge technology in automation so that we can ensure efficient, quality service to our customers and stores in Victoria.

Located in Dandenong South, MSRDC operates 24-hours per day, seven days a week and provides the bulk of ambient grocery needs to our Woolworths stores in Victoria and beyond.

The purpose of this role is to work together with the broader MSRDC team to put the right products in customers' hands as simply and safely as possible. As an Area Specialist you would be responsible for leading a dedicated team to drive the values of the business and that the operational objectives are achieved effectively. This role will also work closely with the broader MSRDC team to meet our Diversity and Inclusion, People, Safety, Service and Value objectives.

**A summary of responsibilities will include, however not be limited to
- Execute workload planning for assigned area into actual results
- Lead by example building and promoting a team environment focused on working collaboratively and championing the Primary Connect values
- Work with your peers to drive continuous improvement and a dynamic work culture
- Performance manage and develop team members
- Use effective communication techniques which encourage open and honest communications with internal and external team partnerships
- Effectively communicate key site objectives for the day to your team and coach to deliver consistent performance levels
- Understand and adhere to all relevant Company Policies and Procedures and to promote same amongst team
- Ensure that the team comply with safety policies, procedures and role responsibilities as defined in the Supply Chain Safety Management Procedure SHE-SC-S01-P02 SH&E Responsibilities
- Have an in-depth understanding of your area of responsibility to ensure that you are able to work with key stakeholders to optimise efficiency, delivery of KPI’s and support continuous improvement
- Diagnose, assess and propose solutions to operational issues within area of responsibility
- Demonstrate high level of ownership of area and ensure appropriate accountability exists

**About You
At Primary Connect, whether we’re learning new things, seizing the initiative, or winning together, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. If you’re the sort of individual who takes accountability and strives to always do the right thing for each other, our communities, our customers, and our business then we ought to connect.

Together with demonstrated success in a similar role and your ability to influence, we are seeking the following skills and experience:

- Highly motivated team player
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet agreed deadlines
- Proven people leadership skills and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to form and maintain strong relationships internally and externally
- Proven ability to work in a highly dynamic fast paced environment
- Results oriented and organised
- Experience with various computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Google Suite
- Must be able to work flexible hours

**Why you’ll love it here**

In addition to this exciting role, these are some of the benefits we offer:

- An attractive remuneration package
- To be a part of a dynamic team that strives to change the face of distribution
- Team member discounts at all of Woolworths businesses
- Diverse and Inclusive environment for all
- Be led and work with incredible leaders
- Take the next step in your career
- The opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and best minds in Australia across our brands
- An exciting career - as our business grows, so do the opportunities for our people

**Grow with the Group
As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We are proud to be recognised as a Gold Tier Empl