About Us
We work closely with over 500 Australian farmers to produce top-quality dairy products as part of the world's largest dairy producer.
Our goal is to provide opportunities, foster collaboration, flexibility, and diversity.
A key position exists for a proactive candidate to join our team in Gippsland as a permanent full-time Supplier Relationship Manager/Field Officer.
This role reports to the National Supplier Services Manager and works alongside another SRM to support Raw Milk Suppliers in the Gippsland area. The successful applicant will develop long-term farmer relationships, communicate across all levels, and identify new supplier arrangements.
Job Responsibilities
This position focuses on building strong relationships with supplier farms, facilitating communication between suppliers and Lactalis, and coordinating supplier-related activities.
* Act as the key point of contact between suppliers and Lactalis to understand farm-related challenges.
* Initiate CSR emissions reduction projects on supplier farms.
* Assist suppliers with issues improving milk quality.
* Manage tasks including resolving supplier issues and assisting investigations.
* Provide accurate information and feedback to management using reporting mechanisms.
* Coordinate win-win outcomes with suppliers to improve loyalty.
* Recruit supply through retention projects to meet raw milk volume targets. Develop tools and offers for suppliers to commit to Lactalis.
Requirements
To be successful, you need experience building customer relationships, understanding the dairy industry, excellent communication skills, and self-motivation. Diploma or Degree qualifications in Agriculture are desirable.