About Lactalis-Mainland Dairy
Mainland Dairy, the business formerly known as Fonterra’s global Consumer and associated businesses, is now part of the Lactalis Group and known as Lactalis-Mainland Dairy.
Lactalis is a French family-owned business founded in Laval in 1933. Today, it is the world’s leading dairy group, present in 50 countries employing around 85,500 people. It is home to some of the world’s best known global and international dairy brands, including Président, Galbani and Parmalat, and local brands including Pauls, OAK, and Cracker Barrel in Australia.
Lactalis-Mainland Dairy is a team of more than 4,300 employees, operating 16 manufacturing sites across Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia and the Middle East. We make well-loved brands including Western Star Butter, Anchor, Mainland, and Perfect Italiano.
Our passionate and talented team is committed to nurturing the future, unlocking new opportunities, and fostering innovation in nutrition and food.
About Us
This role will be based in the Gippsland region, with a home base at our Darnum site partnering with farmers across the area’s major dairy communities. You’ll engage directly with suppliers to provide day‑to‑day on‑farm support.
At Mainland Dairy, we work alongside farmers to strengthen on‑farm performance through trusted advice, essential support and practical solutions. Our focus is helping farming families succeed today while building a resilient dairy future.
The Opportunity
As the Farm Source Area Manager, you will be responsible for building and nurturing strong partnerships with our Farmers across Gippsland, Victoria. You will work autonomously and collaborate with the regional Mainland Dairy team to tailor services and support to meet our Farmers' unique needs. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you’ll be part of a dedicated team of experts supporting farmers across areas such as agronomy, finance, human resources, milk quality, animal health and welfare, and on-farm sustainability. Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with a high-performance team to deliver a market leading service offer that fosters strong, long-term partnerships with Farmers and aligns with Mainland Dairy’s goals
* Manage and develop long-term relationships with Farmers, tailoring our service offer to create highly valued supply partnerships
* Build and grow a strong network of dairy farmers and key industry professionals and stakeholders that support our Farmers
* Manage and/or co-ordinate key events, meetings or other activities in region
* Contribute to the implementation of the Mainland Dairy Fonterra Oceania
About You
We are seeking candidates with a solid background in the agricultural or dairy industry and a passion for building valuable, sustainable partnerships. You will be proactive and highly organised, with strong communication skills and a network that supports both Farmers and Mainland’s strategic goals. You can demonstrate:
* 5+ years’ experience in an account or territory management role within Agribusiness, Dairy, or Rural sectors.
* Strong understanding of dairy and/or agricultural production systems, including key factors impacting production, costs, and market returns.
* Proven relationship-building and account management skills.
* Excellent commercial acumen, with a focus on mutually beneficial relationships.
* A strong and extensive network of dairy farmers, industry professionals and regional stakeholders
* Competent in Microsoft Office and CRM tools like Salesforce.
* Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage: Agronomy, Milk Quality, Animal Health and Welfare, Financial, Human Resources, or On-farm Sustainability.
We value people who are passionate, ambitious, and keen to grow, whether you’re ready to step up or looking to deepen your expertise.
What We Offer
* Competitive pay and benefits
* Career development and internal opportunities across a global business
* A team focused workplace in a fantastic culture where your work has real impact
* A strong commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability
* Flexible work arrangements where possible
Our Commitment
Lactalis-Mainland Dairy is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, or ability.
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