Category Development Associate - Sydney Be mentored and supported for future leadership opportunities Hybrid working available, 3-4 days a week WFH Full-time permanent opportunity available 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.What you'll do As our Category Development Associate you will be responsible for the delivery of a relevant offer for our customers by leveraging our data and creation of insights to inform and influence category strategy and ranging decisions.Identify strategic category opportunities through curation and analysis of large data sets.Analysis and problem solving across varied business areas; including customer behaviour, market trends, category performance, pricing, supplier dynamics Supporting the end-to-end delivery of customer-focused range reviews across a broad number of categories through data led insights and recommendations Consult and collaborate confidently with stakeholders across the business to achieve desired outcomes Ability to influence and present to a wide range of stakeholders across the business What you'll bring 1-2 years of Retail / Category analyst experience, or professional services (consulting, Big 4) Ability to synthesise data into structured recommendations and charts (Powerpoint, Google Slides) Ability to gather and analyse large data sets (Excel required, SQL highly preferred) Excellent communication skills, paired with a passion for solving problems in creative, innovative and structured ways Strong academic record and social achievements including a Bachelor Degree in Business, Finance or related subject or equal professional experience What you'll experience We embrace diversity of thought and love to take on challenges with a pragmatic and innovative approach.Our culture thrives on mutual respect, care, curiosity, openness, and a proactive attitude.We continually seek ways to pair, collaborate, support, and learn from each other as a team!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 A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network A progressive and flexible 'work from anywhere' policy that gives you the opportunity to harmonise work, life and your wellbeing Parental Leave provisions and various leave types, including but not limited to Study Leave and Sports Representation Leave 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.#LI #LI-Hybrid