Woolworths

Project Coordinator - Fruit & Veg (12-months fixed-term)

• Hybrid working available with 2 days a week WFH

• Role is be based at our Norwest Support Office, 3 days a week 

• 12 months fixed-term opportunity
  
  

We are Woolworths Group 
We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

What you’ll do

The Project Management Team is a team that is focused on the on time delivery of new and existing product development within our Own Brand portfolio. The role of the Project Coordinator is to assist in the planning and data management of projects and timings. You will do this through working collaboratively with the Project Managers and Natural Working Team. In this position, you'll play a crucial role in driving the successful implementation of Fruit & Vegetable initiatives. You will be responsible for facilitating cross-functional collaboration, coordinating project activities, and overseeing the successful launch of BAU, EPD and NPD packaging and innovation. This position acts as a key liaison between the Commercial team and Own Brand stakeholders supporting the execution from concept to launch.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Commercial Support: Planning and mapping projects with the Commercial teams to understand and translate commercial objectives into actionable produce development plans.

• Prioritisation based on capability, capacity and project type evaluate initial project requests, determine their feasibility and alignment with strategic objectives, and recommend whether or not to proceed as a formal project.

• Identify and define project requirements, project type and specifications through collaboration with CM, ACM, agronomist, policy, growers, pack houses where relevant, etc.

• Ensure seasonal timelines are met and effectively capacity planned for.

• Supplier Liaison: Act alongside the Commercial team as a supplier conduit, facilitating communication and helping suppliers navigate Woolworths Food.

  • Management and tracking of Supplier Self Assessment process

• WFCR Project Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central point of contact and facilitate effective communication and collaboration between key stakeholders, including Own Brand, Category, Packaging, Technical, Supply Chain, and Marketing.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimise produce development and implementation processes, driving efficiency and effectiveness (e.g. generic labels).

• Supporting the Project Manager in day to day tasks such as:

  • Updating project timings

  • Support the facilitation of WIP

  • Assisting any actions from WIP

  • Supplier Engagement

  • Creation of project timelines and reports to suit the needs of the natural working team

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Food Science, Horticulture, Business) or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of the produce industry, including sourcing, supply chain, and retail operations (benefitial, but not essential).

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in produce development, product/project management, or a related field.

• Proven ability to coordinate projects and meet deadlines, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Expert use of Google Sheets for data analysis will be highly regarded.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Proficiency in relevant software and systems.

What you’ll experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• Access to Sonder.  Sonder provides free confidential 24/7 personalised financial, medical safety, psychological or physical support for team members and their families.

• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

• Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice, enabling team members to purchase selected eligible items or services from pre-tax salary.  Can be used for novated leases, superannuation contributions, Qantas Club membership, computing devices, etc.
  
  

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

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