Job Description

Position summaryIndustry: FMCG & Supply ManagementJob category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply ChainLocation: Cape TownContract: PermanentRemuneration: Market RelatedEE position: NoIntroductionA dynamic team player is required in our Produce department to drive our competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, sustainability, availability, and innovation.Job description

• Brand integrity and product safety,
• Lead and execute the implementation of Woolworths Vision Zero as part of the regenerative farming strategy
• FFF support to our suppliers/ farmers through knowledge sharing and advice
• Create and trial new, innovative Integrated Pest Management solutions and innovative agricultural practices that meet customer and brand expectations
• Provide input and drive implementation of category strategies supporting consistent product availability by focusing on product and supplier selection regionally.
• Manage and monitor technical function in order to meet departmental KPI's,
• Ensure suppliers provide quality products consistently and according to Woolworths' standards,
• Educate, inform, and share knowledge/information with category members, suppliers, and the organisation appropriately,
• Ensure Woolworths policies and guidelines meet legal agricultural requirements and commit to setting standards with suppliers.
• Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality, and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance.
• Commit to continuous professional growth and support the training and development of colleagues.

• Minimum BSc Agriculture with relevant subjects, including entomology, soil science, plant pathology, and agricultural science, horticulture
• Relevant experience in the produce industry, with specific focus on agronomy and regenerative farming
• Minimum 8- 10 years' experience in the produce industry
• Experience in retail or corporate environments and teamwork is advantageous
• Strong quality-oriented mindset.
• Strategic development and planning skills
• Confident team leader
• Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving
• Strong Project management skills
• Networking, influencing and communication skills within the produce industry
• Assertive communication and conflict handling skills
• Pro-active, innovative, and entrepreneurial
• Flexible with ability to travel extensively
• Ability to work effectively in a stressful environment

Woolworths