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Accountant III: Accounts Payable

Listing reference: woolw_001333

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Auditing/Accounting

Job category: Financial Accounting

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Provide support in managing all the required accounts payable system interventions relating to invoice entry and the integration between peer systems and Oracle Financials to facilitate timeous payments to Trade, Non- Trade and Imports as well as Africa entities.

Job description

• Managing the entire data capture process, ensuring its efficiency and accuracy
• Ensure all RPA related activities are monitored such as mailbox management. 
• Implementing mechanisms for data quality, validation, and monitoring to maintain high standards. 
• Analyzing data, generating reports, and translating business requirements into data-driven solutions. 
• Working with cross-functional teams to provide effective data support for various organizational goals. 
• Ensure integrity and control around implementation of enhancements to the system by identifying testing scenarios and performing user testing across all invoice entry systems (SFS, EDI, Oracle).
• Ensure required actions are taken in response to internal and external audit reports.
• Continuously demonstrate productivity improvements within the area.
• Supervising, training, and developing a team of data administrators.
• Continuously build competence, talent and succession within the admin team.

Minimum requirements

Technical Skills

• Relevant degree / B.Tech / 3-year Finance Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in data administration is necessary.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in a leadership or managerial role is essential to demonstrate team management capabilities.
• Strong Excel ability and experience working on ERP systems.

Behavioural Skills

• Personal Effectiveness
• Passion for the brand and customers
• Thinking strategically and commercially
• Connecting people
• Delivering high performance
• Planning and organising

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COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Listing reference: woolw_001335

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 8 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Retail Operations

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: No

Introduction

Prioritise, coordinate and implement effective communication to stores in line with business strategy and operational priorities. Act as a link between head office and stores. Manage communication platforms within corporate standards, policies and service levels. Working as a team player to align store communications to brand, publishing, IT, business and communication frameworks.

Job description

KEY OUTCOMES

• Produce communication that reflects key corporate messages and supports business strategies.
• Filter, prioritise, gate-keep and manage all communications to stores.
• Contribute and implement a communication strategy for WW in Africa and Engen.
• Working as a team player to support and assist all business units to write, edit and publish relevant information to stores and head office if required
• Manage and maintain MSW &  WToday and other communication platforms/ channels/distribution lists. Ensure that information is current, relevant and easy to access at all times.
• Ensure that all content is appropriate and relevant for communication channel that is used.
• Design and publish electronic communication collateral.
• Manage design, production and distribution of printed material.
• Provide input to commercial and operational calendars and processes in line with activities and capacity in stores.
• Measure and track effectiveness of store communication. Encourage dialogue and 2-way communication between head office and stores. Manage feedback and distribute to an appropriate audience.
• Stay abreast of business communication innovation, industry practice, digital communication technology and relevant graphic design tools.
• Assist leadership teams to organise conferences and workshops and produce content.
• Manage end-to-end process for gift wrapping as a value-added service to loyal customers.
• Manage and support Head Office switchboard team.
• Mentor, lead and coach direct reports.
• Manage budget to support and deliver store communication objectives.

COMPETENCIES

• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent command of English. Other South African languages will be an advantage.
• Excellent relationship building and networking skills.
• Effective collaboration and working as a team player with colleagues.
• Knowledge of stores, product, store operations and processes – passion for retail.
• Excellent technical communication skills: Excel, MS Word, Powerpoint, desktop publishing and digital and electronic communication packages.
• Assertive, confident and ability to influence others.
• Innovative, creative and result orientated.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Focus on execution, delivery and adhering to deadlines.
• Judgement and decision-making skills.
• Able to work accurately under pressure
•  Able to work with different levels in the organisation

OTHER ADVANTAGOUS SKILLS

• Degree or diploma in language, media studies, business communication or public relations.
• An “eye for design” will be an advantage.
• Retail experience.
• Technical communication and desk top publishing skills, an understanding of the production process for audio-visual material
• Experience with web servers and web-based applications
• Knowledge of HTML coding
• Understanding of social media, apps, Android and Microsoft environments.

Minimum requirements

•        Matric 
•        Relevant diploma/degree will be advantageous.
•        5 years relevant working experience

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Buyer I: Beauty (Brands)

Listing reference: woolw_001338

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 10 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: No

Introduction

To assist in delivering profitable and sustainable growth for the department that is under-pinned by the Branded Beauty and group strategy. To enable key stakeholder relationships in order to deliver balanced branded ranges through a customer led process that meets and exceeds customer expectations within the agreed KPI’s.

Job description

·       Aid Customer Understanding

o    Conduct market and trend research and integrate customer understanding into agreed brand strategies and guidelines and the creation of a product tiering matrix.

·       Post Season Analysis

o    In conjunction with the team, conduct post-season analysis by class/sub-class (including key performance indicators, Competitor analysis, SWOT, Pareto and Quadrant analysis) as input in the development of the Group strategy and departmental operating plan

·       Departmental Operational Plan to meet customer needs and group KPIs

o    Provide input into the development of the 1-year operating plan

o    Develop product mix plan at department level taking into account:

§   Customer segmentations

§   Local and global trends

§   Competitive analysis ensuring Woolworths difference is achieved

§   Manage supplier and customer relevant brands

o    Help to build and maintain a balanced range structure and price tiering

·       In Season Trading in accordance to strategic KPIs

o    Conduct weekly and monthly performance analysis and develop detailed action in collaboration with planning team to ensure departmental KPI’s are met and exceeded

o    Identify opportunities within the season to maximise profit and grow market share

·       Supplier/Brand Management

o    Assist Buyer II/Senior Buyer to manage supplier/brand strategy to deliver Group KPI’s

o    Aid the execution of agreed marketing and operational support for Brands at all locations/channels

o    Onboard and Exit Brands within required timelines

·       Stakeholder Management

o    Conduct regular store visits to understand product performance, assortment balance and customer experience of the range and adjust where appropriate, in conjunction with Buyer II/Senior Buyer

o    Influence and drive marketing, selling, sales and space requirements.

Minimum requirements

•    2-3 year’s buying experience within retailer or brand management experience within manufacturing
•    Passion for beauty trends and innovation.
•    Previous Beauty/personal care industry experience preferred
•    Computer literate with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
•    Effective communication and presentation skills
•    Continuous learning mindset with proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork
•    Retail market and industry knowledge, including promotional, pricing and marketing strategies to drive sell-through and visibility.
•    Strong numerical and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

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Profit Analyst II

Listing reference: woolw_001336

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 16 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Auditing/Accounting

Job category: Financial Accounting

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

To assist the Financial Manager (FM) with providing the business with a sound system of performance management that is aligned with the achievement of company-wide financial goals. To optimize the ongoing and sustainable profit performance by providing the necessary decision-making framework and support

Job description

·       Assist the FM with effective planning in the form of an annual budget which is regularly updated with a forecast. Liaise with the BU stakeholders to provide accurate, consolidated budgets and forecasts for the BU.

·       Variances to budget, forecast and last year are analysed and recommendations are made to correct or improve profitability.

·       Assist the FM with month-end reporting.

·       Update monthly expense, sales and gross profit reports and variance analyses on BU cost centres.

·       Assist the FM with in-depth analyses which are performed on key financial risk / opportunity areas in the business. The financial levers are understood and communicated to the business together with clear recommendations.

·       Identify cost management opportunities – processes or expenses – for ensuring a sound return for shareholders and make recommendations on how these should be dealt with.

·       Assist the FM with inputs required for the assessment of business initiatives, to ensure that they meet the required returns. Support the FM with the post implementation review (PIR), to assess the delivery of benefits.

·       Make an effective and positive contribution to the Business unit in the execution of its strategy and in its performance, and to be recognised as such by the BU leadership team.

·       Play an effective role in the Finance team to ensure the combined delivery of the Finance Strategy.

Minimum requirements

·       Relevant Financial qualification – B Comm or similar articles / experience.

·       B Comm or similar articles – >1 year experience within a retail (or similar) environment

·       B Comm or similar – 3year experience within a retail (or similar) environment

·       Able to develop and use financial models and to define key profit drivers.

·       Able to explain financial models to line management and the business

·       Able to use models for ongoing Business Unit performance assessment and management.

·       Able to develop and produce clear financial management information.

·       Able to analyse financial information and make clear recommendations for improvement.

·       Able to inspire and motivate others around them

·       Able to effectively use and improve how we use the latest decision support technologies (e.g. Hyperion, Excel, Qlikview)

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Graphic Designer: Menwear & Boyswear

Listing reference: woolw_001339

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 10 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: No

Introduction

To create and design commercial visual concepts, imagery, and brand-related trims that align with Woolworths’ customer and taste level.

Job description

Graphic Trend Research and Analysis
•    Conduct research, analysis, and present graphic and print trends to the Buying and Design
•    teams.
•    Understand graphic trend shifts for the upcoming season and translate these insights into
•    commercial proposals suitable for Woolworths.
•    Conduct store visits and competitor analysis to understand Woolworths’ customers

Design Creation in line with Critical Path
•    Create sketches and drawings of new designs, developing placement prints, and all-over prints aligned with Buying and Design.
•    Understand print direction, fabrication, manufacturing, and print terminology to ensure the
            creation of viable products and cost implications.
•    Ensure Manage all creative requests assigned timeously aligned to WMC
•    Ensure consistency of designs in line with brand guidelines

Cross-functional Collaboration
•    Collaborate across departments for seasonal campaigns

Minimum requirements

•    Relevant Graphic/ Textile Design diploma / degree
•    2-5 years Graphic Experience in Men’s and Boys’ graphics design
•    Experience with licensed brands (advantageous). 
•    Technical & Functional Competencies: 
o    Design Tools Proficiency: Advanced skills in Adobe Create Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and other relevant packages). 
o    Graphic Design Principles: A solid understanding of layout, typography, color therapy, and branding to create visually compelling designs. 
o    Digital and Print Media Design: Competency in designing for a variety of media, understanding technical nuances that affect design. decision for digital and print materials.  
o    Print Production: Knowledge of print Production processes and specifications, materials and formats. Understanding of printing techniques, fabrication and manufacturing. 
o    Trend & market research: Ability to conduct thorough trend research, globally and locally using various platforms and sources to gather inspiration and develop design concepts that align with current and future customer demands. 
o    Good communication skills: to accurately convey your concepts. 

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Senior Buyer – Kitchen (Home)

Listing reference: woolw_001337

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 10 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: No

Introduction

To develop and deliver a profitable, customer-led Kitchen product strategy through the execution of seasonal departmental plans. The Senior Buyer will drive product innovation and commercial success, ensuring alignment with business objectives while leading collaboration across Planning, Design, Sourcing, and other key business partners.

Job description

•    Developing and executing a customer-led seasonal strategy aligned to key business objectives and brand positioning.
•    Leading range building by partnering with Design, Sourcing and Planning to deliver trend-right, profitable assortments across channels.
•    Leveraging insights from data, trend forecasts (e.g. EDITED, WGSN), customer analytics, and market research to inform product direction.
•    Overseeing the full product lifecycle, from concept development to final sign-off ensuring product quality, pricing architecture and innovation.
•    Conducting regular trade analysis to track product performance and implement actions that drive sales, improve margin, and manage stock health.
•    Collaborating with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Technical, Visual Merchandising) to ensure cohesive execution across touchpoints.
•    Supporting the sourcing strategy by engaging with suppliers, managing costing, and ensuring adherence to the merchandise cycle.
•    Mentoring and coaching Trainees & Buying Assistants, driving skills development, performance and career growth. 
•    Fostering strong internal and external relationships to influence outcomes and enhance collaboration across the value chain.

Minimum requirements

•    Relevant 3-year diploma or degree 
•    Minimum of 6–8 years’ buying experience with homeware, with at least 2 years at a senior level.
•    Experience in managing a kitchen portfolio is advantageous. 
•    Strong commercial acumen and understanding of retail. 
•    A proven track record in delivering trend-right, customer-focused ranges that drive sales and profitability.
•    Exceptional stakeholder management, leadership, and team development skills.
•    Highly analytical, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
•    Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle, sourcing, and merchandising principles.
•    Excellent understanding of market, awareness of locally and international with a creative flair to interpret forthcoming moods, trends and themes 
•    Demonstrates the ability to think strategically and formulate effective plans and strategies.
•    Knowledge of markdown and mark up pricing, visibility to drive sales, sell-through
•    Proven experience in delivering and executing business and BU strategy
•    Ability to travel both locally and internationally
•    Strong numerical and analytical skills

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ANALYST PROGRAMMER III

Listing reference: woolw_001334

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 7 October 2025

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market related

EE position: No

Introduction

Analyse basic user requirements, design, implement and support less complex technical systems.

Job description

• Analysis, technical design and development aligned to team processes & requirements

o   Develop simple technical specifications from systems specifications.

o   Design and code simple less complex programmes from technical specifications.

o   Facilitate and run with requirements gathering/understanding sessions with stakeholder as input to design and documentation

o   Document in design and processes using industry standard documentation requirements, SRS’S, AIS’S ect.

• Maintain and support existing systems

o   Interpret basic user requirements and translate into systems design.

o   Investigate and solve simple systems issues.

o   Ensure systems documentation is kept up to date.

• Ensures effective operations

o   Assist with implementing approved changes as per change control and security process

• Support current solutions

o   Resolve less complex user queries using SQL database and web-based query tools

o   Manage tickets for incidents and ensure closure within SLA.

o   Collaborating with business process team and provide fuctional input to resolve.

Minimum requirements

• 3-year IT or NQF-aligned qualification
• 1-2 years development experience
• Specific development skills
• Project management methodology
• Relevant business process context knowledge 

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA

• 2 -3 years programming/analyst programming experience
• Ability to use technological equipment, programmes and applications to enhance productivity
• Displays an innate willingness to learn and keep abreast of current methodologies and technologies
• Effectively uses existing procedures, processes, and tools to identify and solve routine problems
• Identifies the information needed to solve a problem
• Manages time effectively to accomplish what needs to get done
• Knows the status of own work at all times
• Prepares basic presentations that are logically structured.
• Works well with people from diverse backgrounds
• Balances personal needs with those of one’s team
• Remains focused on task despite changes
• Recognizes and adopts positive aspects of change

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