Woolworths

Procurement Specialist - Red Meat

• Join an innovative and dynamic team with an inclusive culture
• Optimise revenue by analysing carcass optimisation against market procurement opportunities for our E2E Meat business
• Permanent, full time opportunity based in our vibrant Norwest Sydney Support Office 3 days a week and enjoy the flexibility to also work from home 2 days a week

We are Woolworths Group

We 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 do

As the Procurement Specialist, you will report directly to the Head of Supply Planning and Procurement to optimise revenue by analysing carcass optimisation against market procurement opportunities to meet the demand windows. You will sit within our Woolworths End 2 End (E2E) Meat team. This role will see you:

• Develop optimal purchasing plans aligned with internal supply chain and customer needs.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including tendering timelines, purchase orders, and compliance.
• Perform carcass optimisation planning to ensure maximum profitability and efficiency.
• Proactively communicate procurement strategies to drive a culture of operational excellence.
• Keep abreast of key trends, market values, and competitor landscapes.
• Build and develop strong stakeholder relationships both internally and Externally.
• Review and analyse data insights, translating market intelligence into actionable insights and recommendations.

What you’ll bring

We are looking for a passionate trader who thrives on innovation and collaboration with: 

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar procurement, buying, or commercial role.
• Extensive background and experience within the Red Meat industry is essential.
• Demonstrated skills in matrix management, influencing, and collaborating.
• Critical thinking and analysis skills with the ability to engage all levels of management.
• Expert computer skills, including MS Office Suite, Google, Tableau, and CRM systems.
• Certified Meat Processing qualifications are an advantage but not essential.

What you’ll experience 

• Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re always looking for ways to support your career journey:
• A hybrid working model combining time at our Norwest Support Office and working from home.
• A global business with career opportunities across every discipline and valuable business exposure.
• 24/7 access to the Sonder app for personalised safety, medical, and psychological support.
• Savings across Woolworths Group brands and a rewards program that celebrates purpose-driven work.
• A progressive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered 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. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, 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.