Technical Manager-Powders & Cultured

Melbourne, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

18 days ago

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?How you will make contributions that matter:As the Technical Manager, you’ll be the go-to expert for SDA’s most innovative dairy categories. You’ll lead the development and execution of R&D programs focused on new technologies, product optimisation, and strategic growth. This role blends technical leadership with cross-functional collaboration, customer engagement, and commercial impact.Key Responsibilities:Functional Expertise

Lead technical initiatives in cream cheese and powders.
Collaborate with sales and customers to identify opportunities and resolve issues.
Drive product and process optimisation to improve quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
Partner with engineering on plant upgrades and validations.
Leverage beneficial tariff arrangements to maximise product value.

Technical Relationship Management

Provide technical leadership across R&D projects.
Communicate technical insights across teams and stakeholders.
Engage with suppliers and global Saputo divisions to drive innovation.
Collaborate with Corporate Technical Services for local expertise.

Customer Engagement

Work closely with domestic and international sales teams.
Build strong relationships with key customers to support growth.
Understand customer needs and translate them into technical solutions.

What You’ll BringQualifications & Experience

Tertiary qualification in Dairy Science or related field.
Ideally,10+ years in dairy manufacturing; 5+ years in R&D or technical roles.

Skills & Expertise

Deep knowledge of dairy product manufacturing, especially powders and cream cheese.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
Expertise in chemical and microbiological data interpretation.
Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and strategic delivery.
Commercial acumen and experience supporting sales growth.
Understanding of international trade and tariff arrangements.

Why Join Saputo?At Saputo, we believe in nurturing talent and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture. You’ll be part of a high-performing team that values innovation, integrity, and impact. We offer competitive remuneration, career development opportunities, and flexible work arrangements.Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer.As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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