Availability Operations Specialist

About Woolworths Supermarkets New Zealand

Woolworths Supermarkets New Zealand is part of a large group with over 185 stores and a workforce of 20,000 team members serving three million New Zealanders weekly. The company culture is friendly, energetic, and inclusive, valuing diversity, innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Employees have ample scope for new ideas and growth within a supportive team environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage and uphold the process flow for an assigned workstream while ensuring continuous smooth operations and strict compliance with guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with your Team Leader and contribute to the 'swarm' team approach to boost operational efficiency.
• Execute operational routines precisely and punctually, including managing goods inward, maintaining price accuracy, and undertaking stocktakes and inventory tasks.
• Lead and coach the team within your function, providing on-the-job training and monitoring work completion.
• Promote a safe workplace by adhering to safety protocols, reporting hazards, and prioritizing team wellbeing.
• Address and escalate process-related issues promptly and serve as Acting Store Manager during scheduled shifts.
• Engage actively in 'Better Together' initiatives to enhance team communication and cooperation.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong commitment to process excellence and ongoing personal development.
• Skillful in forging collaborative partnerships with various functions and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to effectively lead teams through delegation, progress monitoring, coaching, and motivation.
• Expertise in compliance standards relevant to the function combined with clear and effective communication abilities.
• Consistently embodies company values in behavior and work ethics.
• Able to commit to working four weekend shifts per month along with at least one evening shift each week.

Working Hours

The role follows a roster with varied shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Example shifts include 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, and a Wednesday evening shift from 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Employee Benefits

• Team discounts available across Woolworths Group brand products.
• Access to Sonder, offering free confidential 24/7 personalized support covering financial, medical, psychological, safety, and physical wellbeing for employees and their families.
• Opportunities to grow within a global business with a wide-ranging network and diverse career paths.

Inclusion and Diversity

Woolworths Group values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, promoting an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and empowered. The company encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and is willing to provide accommodations during the hiring process upon request.