Woolworths

Senior Analyst- Network Strategy and Insights

• Drive data informed decision making and work on a range of high impact projects.

• Sydney/ Melbourne  location with WFH Flexibility

• Join a high performing team of Insights Analysts, Data Scientists, Strategy Managers and Demand Planning Leads

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that 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 that reflects the diverse communities we serve. 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.

We strive to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow for our customers and team,  bringing the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium together to make data driven decisions. By partnering with Quantium, a world-class data science and advanced analytics business we’re excited about the future as we unlock the power of AI and Insights to reimagine retail.

Through this partnership, the wiq team harnesses the best of Woolworths Group and Quantium data science and analytics talent to reimagine retail by solving the most complex problems using AI and analytics. As a team, we leverage Agile ways of working to help our team develop their skills while also making sure our team is focusing on solving the most complex problems for both our customers and team.

What you’ll do 

Reporting to the Senior Manager Network Insights and Strategy, your primary responsibility will be to build strategic network plans. This would involve the development and analysis of As-Is and To-Be scenarios which may include a number of To-Be options and the evaluation of each option in terms of customer impact, capacity, cost, service and capability.You will act as a key liaison across all related operational, logistics, property and development functions. 

This is in conjunction with working with operational teams to deliver a cost effective solution, and communicating them clearly to stakeholders, facilitators and wider Woolworths team.

• Supporting the Network Strategy and Insights team in forming strategic network views as required. This would involve the development and analysis of As-Is and To-Be scenarios which may include a number of To-Be options and the evaluation of each option in terms of customer impact, capacity, cost, service and capability.

• Key user of internal network optimisation tool to develop network solutions and capacity scenarios that are optimised for cost. Subject matter expert in this tool to maintain an accurate ‘digital twin’ of eCom network. 

• Development of documentation that supports the overall network strategy such as the exit and timing of facilities, extensions to existing facilities and changes to either throughput or capabilities across the network.

• Data analysis and ad hoc reports that provide operations support and strategy decisions across the organization.

• Understand demand capacity gaps over long (10 year) horizons and collaborate with Aus W360 and property teams to develop and prioritise store renewal and investment plans aligning business objectives 

• Develop robust but flexible analysis models using SQL

• Provide general decision support analysis as and when required by the team leads

What you’ll bring 

An understanding of retail and logistics  and a solid background in analytics or retail experience.

• Technical Skills: Ideally you have strong proficiency in SQL, with experience writing queries, optimising performance, and working with large datasets. 

• Data Visualisation: Experienced in using tools such as Tableau/Looker to create dashboards and maps to visualise data

• Stakeholder Management: Ability to work with and listen to business needs, ask the right questions and communicate technical findings in accessible ways. You’re comfortable presenting to senior leadership and building strong relationships beyond the direct team. 

• Strategic Thinking: You will have a problem solving mindset and responsible for developing and implementing innovative solutions 

What you’ll experience

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers plus paid superannuation for up to 12 months while the Team Member is on parental leave - eligible from the first day of employment.

• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app. A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group 

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.

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. 

Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.