Major Fill Operations Specialist

Overview

Join Woolworths Supermarkets New Zealand, a significant part of the Woolworths Group, operating over 185 stores and employing 20,000 team members across Aotearoa. The company is committed to enhancing the lives of three million Kiwis every week by fostering a culture of respect, innovation, and collaboration.

Work Schedule

The role follows a fixed night roster covering shifts from 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM across various days including Monday to Tuesday, Tuesday to Wednesday, Wednesday to Thursday, Thursday to Friday, and Sunday to Monday.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the flow of processes within an assigned workstream to ensure smooth operations.
• Work collaboratively with the Team Leader and support teams ('swarm') to maximize efficiency.
• Guarantee continuous and compliant completion of all operational processes.
• Lead operations and stock management by ensuring prompt and precise routine completion, directing teams to fill shelves, and managing deliveries to meet company standards.
• Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and ensure a safe working environment for team members.
• Maintain store standards during evening shifts, emphasizing proper shelf stocking, packaging suitability, and control of overstocks.
• Identify and escalate any process-related concerns promptly to the Function Lead.
• Serve as Acting Store Manager on designated shifts and engage actively in team-building initiatives such as "Better Together" connections.

Candidate Profile

• You possess strong process management skills and a dedication to continuous improvement and learning.
• Demonstrate the capacity to build and sustain cooperative partnerships across functions and stakeholders.
• Exhibit effective leadership by delegating effectively, monitoring team progress, providing constructive feedback, and motivating members.
• Expertise in compliance standards within your area and proficient communication skills to convey tasks and expectations clearly.
• Commitment to behaviors aligned with company values.
• Availability to work at least four weekend night shifts per month and one evening shift weekly.

Benefits and Culture

• Enjoy staff discounts across Woolworths Group brands and access a rewarding recognition program celebrating impactful work.
• Access to Sonder, offering 24/7 confidential support for financial, medical, psychological, and safety needs for employees and their families.
• Opportunity to be part of a global enterprise with diverse career pathways across various disciplines and vast networks.

Inclusion and Diversity

Woolworths Group values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, aiming to create an environment where all team members feel valued and empowered. The company actively encourages applications from all candidates and offers support for adjustments during the hiring process as needed.