State Logistics Manager VIC/TAS

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

Bega operate one of the largest cold chain distribution networks in the country, as the State Logistics Manager you will be responsible for providing safe and efficient warehouse services and delivery of products to retail, independent grocery and a full route trade market within Victoria and Tasmania. Bega operate a mix of in-house and 3PL distribution centres, and partner with numerous freight providers.

The role may be based in any of our Melbourne sites; Chelsea, Docklands, Laverton or Port Melbourne, as the role will require you to work in other locations from time to time. On some occasions travel regionally to Victoria and Tasmania.

Responsibilities:

• Management of the company's state logistics operations and service providers from finished goods through to customer.

• Coach, motivate and create an environment where team members excel to work collectively as a high-performance team to achieve the strategic and agreed performance objectives

• Hands on and lead from the front, demonstrating personal commitment to change to engage with our company values and culture

• Delivering operational cost, quality and service objectives

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve processes, operational efficiency and service to customers

• Continually drive an interdependent safety culture

• Experience leading a team in a fast-paced, complex large scale logistics environment preferable in FMCG

• Demonstrated leadership effectiveness in developing people and managing team performance

• A proven track record in managing 3PL contracts for multiple sites to achieve company goals

• Experience managing end to end logistics – warehousing and freight

• Exposure to managing muli-million dollar operational budget and managing around 200 dedicated warehousing FTEs

Bega Cheese Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day at Bega. Being recently named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company!

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $2 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At Bega, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company!

Life at Bega

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture

• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression

• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with

• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs

• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Our Docklands office is the hub for our corporate functions within the Bega Cheese Group. Freshly renovated and looking brand new, you'll enjoy lots of natural light and great facilities to take advantage of including a fully stocked fridge loaded with a range of Bega products! We are right next door to Marvel stadium and some of Melbourne's best restaurants, cafes and bars.

Applications
At Bega, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Bega.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.