About Saputo
We value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products and investing in our people.
Your Key Responsibilities
* You will play a pivotal role ensuring the responsible sourcing of milk from suppliers in the northern district of Victoria and New South Wales.
* You will be responsible for implementation of the Saputo Animal Welfare policy as well as representing Saputo at an industry level to drive best practice across the Australia Dairy Industry.
* Develop and maintain exceptional relationships with farmers, logistics partners, and manufacturing facilities to understand and address challenges they face.
* Lead and coach continuous improvement in milk quality performance through targeted initiatives, ensuring all milk delivered meets regulatory standards and quality expectations.
* Effectively investigate milk quality incidents and verify the adequacy of corrective actions to prevent future issues.
* Ensure farms comply with regulatory standards in both milk quality and food safety, contributing to a safe and sustainable supply chain.
* Champion animal welfare by supporting and implementing our animal welfare policy across all operations.
* Support our sustainable agriculture policy by promoting sustainable agriculture practices and emissions reduction initiatives.
* Provide insightful analysis and reporting as required to drive decision-making and improve on farm and business outcomes.
About You
* Veterinary Science degree (preferably), Animal Science qualification, or a background in agriculture or sustainability.
* Demonstrated experience in quality assurance within agriculture, preferably in the dairy industry.
* Exceptional skills in building and maintaining relationships, with the ability to navigate potentially sensitive situations.
* Proven experience in implementing change and continuous improvement processes.
* Strong IT skills, with the ability to utilize technology for data analysis and reporting.