Foods Department Manager Trainee Program | Woolworths.
📍 Location: Boksburg, Gauteng.
📝 Contract Type: Permanent.
💼 Industry: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale, and Supply Chain.
💰 Remuneration: Market Related.
📅 Closing Date: 20 October 2025.
🔖 Reference: woolw_001346.
Introduction
Join Woolworths’ Foods Department Manager Trainee Program and play a vital role in growing our customer base, improving store performance, and delivering an exceptional shopping experience. This program is designed for driven individuals eager to take on leadership roles within the retail environment while contributing to customer satisfaction, risk reduction, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Drive sales and manage stock effectively to maximize business profitability.
Deliver outstanding customer service and ensure a world-class shopping experience.
Manage shrinkage and maintain compliance with in-store operational processes.
Analyse business reports and trends to identify and act on improvement opportunities.
Oversee equipment and stock movement processes from start to finish.
Execute promotions and product launches within budget and timelines.
Ensure full adherence to store policies and procedures.
Lead, coach, and develop your store team to ensure performance excellence.
Core Competencies
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Customer service orientation and commercial awareness.
Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
Solid numeracy and literacy skills.
Effective selling and people management capabilities.
Minimum Requirements
Valid Matric Certificate (NQF Level 3 equivalent).
IPM score of 3 or 4.
3 years of experience in a Foods retail leadership role (non-negotiable).
Strong merchant and product knowledge.
Demonstrated leadership experience preferred.
A motivation letter from your Store Manager, with input from your line manager.
The role must align with your career aspirations.
Additional Criteria (Non-Negotiable)
Application must be approved and signed off by your line manager.
Applicants must not be enrolled in any other NQF Level Program.
Only candidates meeting all listed requirements will be considered.
Preference will be given to current leaders or those in leadership roles.
Attach your Matric Certificate and IPM Rating documentation with your application.
How to Apply
Click Apply to submit your application before 20 October 2025.