Assistant Buyer (Fruit & Vegetable)

Permanent opportunity based in SydneyInclusive culture with a focus on creating genuine career opportunitiesOpportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and best minds in AustraliaWe are Woolworths GroupWe are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts, and unique perspectives across Australia and New Zealand. Connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow'. That Purpose 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. 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 DoEnsure all products(Fruit & Veg) meet quality specifications prior to purchase, and drive category sales to support budget delivery (best deals and offers for customers and for Woolworths).Also, you’ll be responsible forNegotiate competitive pricing to achieve the right customer and financial outcomesManage operational stakeholders and build effective stakeholder relationships (internal and external)Partner with a large number of suppliers and stakeholders to communicate seasonality/ seasonal adjustmentsEnsure stores’ stock requirements are met, and manage DC(Distribution Centre) stock levels to company standards while delivering to inventory targetsWhat You’ll BringPrevious experience in Buying is highly regarded, however administration experience is required to ensure you are set up for successA broad skill set in stakeholder management and problem solve An ability to manage admin systems which includes forecast planning and data analysisDemonstrated the ability to negotiate and influence with cross functional and external stakeholdersDemonstrated ability to work to deadlines with tight time constraints and prioritise workWhat You’ll ExperienceA global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.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.Parental Leave provision - applies to permanent team members, and excludes casual team Members, fixed term team members and contractors.Everyone belongs at Woolworths GroupDiversity, 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.