• Auckland based role
• An opportunity to make a visible difference to a ~A$60b business, developing and executing the most critical strategic initiatives within divisions and across the portfolio
• Full-time Permanent position, 40hrs/week. Hybrid flexible working
• Salary circa $90-$110k commensurate with experience
• Enjoy the opportunity to grow and make a positive difference across a broad range of business units including Retail Commercial, Retail Store Operations, eCommerce, Loyalty, Retail Media, Team / People, Primary Connect, Property Development and Franchise

We are Woolworths Group | Ko Woolworths Tātou

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 | Hei mahi

The Strategy team mandate is to develop high-quality strategic plans and projects, either focused on functional areas or across the portfolio This role will report to the General Manager, Strategy and will be responsible for leading key work tasks, undertaking analysis, providing strategic advice and supporting business stakeholders. You'll be responsible for:

• Lead reporting and communication relating to strategic initiatives
• Lead ongoing understanding of macroeconomic, market / industry and customer developments that impact our business, proactively sharing new developments with relevant audiences
• Conduct complex analysis to extract valuable insights for the business
• Support problem solving of key business questions with a hypothesis-driven approach
• Support cross-functional projects and ensure strategic initiatives are embedded
• Work with others to ensure that strategic insights and recommendations are effectively translated into action

What you’ll bring | Hei koha

• The successful candidate will be an outstanding all-rounder with a strategic mindset and strong mix of analytical and interpersonal skills. You are dedicated and results focused with a customer first mindset.
• 2+ years’ experience in a top tier strategy consultancy, big four consultancy investment bank or corporate strategy team
• Consumer market experience and retail experience is an advantage
• Outstanding academic record and extra-curricular achievements
• Analytics and quantitative modelling; Highly proficient in Google Sheets or MS Excel, Google Slides or MS Powerpoint, Thinkcell
• Excellent written and oral communication with well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to influence at all levels of the organisation
• Self-starter and “can do” – easy to get along with, naturally curious, comfortable with ambiguity, enjoys getting things done

What you’ll experience | Ngā Huanga

• Working closely with the Strategy, WiQ and Transformation Teams along with stakeholders across our business to deliver meaningful change
• Targeted training and development programs
• Career path opportunities for advancement
• Flexible and remote working options - we have offices in Ponsonby and Favona
• Having a career with us means you are joining LinkedIn’s 2nd ranked Top Companies Australia 2022 and we are recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Endorsed Employer for all women along with Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ workplace inclusion
• Working in a team that believes in building partnerships through collaboration, transparency and trust
• Access to team benefits include access to discounts in our supermarkets and liquor partners, novated leases, share purchase plans, reduced insurance products, entertainment, theme parks, cinemas, lifestyle and other attraction discounts

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group | No Woolworths tātou

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.