Job Description

Listing reference:

woolw_001324

Listing status:

Online

Apply by:

25 September 2025

Position summary

Industry:

FMCG & Supply Management

Job category:

Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location:

Western Cape

Contract:

Permanent

Remuneration:

Market Related

EE position:

No

Introduction

A dynamic team player is required to join our Foods team, to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, sustainability and innovation sustainably.

Job description

Brand integrity, quality and product safety Provide input into strategies and implement technical and science aspects thereof Leading a team in landing quality, food safety and sustainability objectives and meeting departmental operating plan Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life Ensure suppliers provide high quality products consistently and according to Woolworths' standards Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance Managing the new development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products Effective Stakeholder engagement across the business as well as cross functional collaboration

Minimum requirements

BSc Food science / BTech Food technology / BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 8-10 years' experience Strategic thinking with a track record of implemented projects Knowledge of relevant legal standards (legislation) and technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain, Raw materials) Proven track record of relevant experience with and knowledge off a wide range of products In-depth high-risk and bakery experience and knowledge - prepared meals manufacturing is an advantage High level understanding of scientific principles as well as practical application of best manufacturing practices Technical product knowledge (including legal, characteristics, raw material sourcing / manufacturing processes and quality / safety parameters) Knowledge of packaging functionality and application Understanding of sustainability Outstanding and effective communication skills and conflict handling ability Team player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with team members and supplier base Quality / high standard mind-set Innovation / continuous improvement mind-set Ability to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability Strategic development and planning skills Project Management Skills Networking and influencing skills Flexible with ability and willingness to travel * People management skills