BUYER - SEAFOOD - Western Cape
Woolworths
Responsible for the execution of the Seafood strategy. Co-ordinates the delivery of the category strategy to deliver sustainable profitable growth and operational excellence Develop and execute category strategy to ensure delivery of operational excellence Support the co-ordination of the matrix team in order to deliver the category strategy. Analyse and interpret market and sales data to develop tactical plans to drive the desired outcome. Formulate category plans with suppliers. Monitor and interpret industry and international trends (doing both local and international benchmarking) Deliver against operational excellence and KPIs for the department. Focuses on medium term sustainable market share growth. Ensures the delivery of sustainable growth for category level. Co-ordinates matrix team to effectively deliver KPIs. Facilitate team direction and pace to effectively deliver KPIs. Assist team in navigating through obstacles. Mentor and support the development of Buyers Assistants Share category strategy with stakeholders and get their buy in Conducts continuous review of supplier performance against plan and course correct based on variables/changes. Monitors and ensures adherence to ethical compliance. Manage financial indicators. Liaise with marketing, sales management, space planning & trade planning to effectively drive the growth of the category Ability to actively review factors influencing trade ie; market share, local & international trends, economic climate, competitor activity & changes to customer shopping habits, and translate into strategy. Relevant commercial degree / diploma (B. Com preferable) Minimum of 5 years buying / retail experience. Seafood experience preferable. Proven experience in managing a Foods/FMCG department. Proven sourcing and supplier management experience. Strong negotiation and financial management skills Proactive & Innovative with a continuous improvement mindset Has an intimate understanding of who the customer is and the ability to view the world through their eyes? Strong understanding of Seafood Procurement will be advantageous. Consistently makes logical deductions from given information and uses these to transform the department. Is able to consistently convey information clearly and confidently when interacting with teams. Consistently drives the creation and development of products, services, and experiences that are convenient and innovative for our customers. Consistently anticipates potential obstacles and identifies project risks that may impact the accomplishment of project deadlines and delivery and escalates these risks where appropriate. Has knowledge of appropriate retail department systems and related processes across the value chain to manage objectives and enhance their ability to solve problems? Manages supplier delivery against the business standards and values and maximises value and reduce risks through identification and resolution of limitations/shortcomings.
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