National Business Manager - Independent Grocery

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 National Business Manager – Independent Grocery (Metcash), you will take ownership of a key national portfolio and drive growth through strong customer partnerships and category leadership. Reporting to the Head of Sales – Independent Grocery, you’ll take full ownership of commercial outcomes while partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Key elements of your role will include:

• Developing and executing Joint Business Plans to deliver sales growth and category performance
• Building strong, long-term relationships with Metcash and Multi Store Operators becoming a trusted commercial partner
• Driving distribution, share of shelf, profitability and market share outcomes
• Leading forecasting and demand planning accuracy across internal and external stakeholders
• Analysing market and scan data to identify opportunities and drive strategic decisions
• Managing P&L outcomes including trade investment and promotional planning
• Supporting new product development, tenders and key customer initiatives

About you

• Proven experience in a National Business Manager position
• Strong experience within Independent Grocery (essential) / Metcash
• Demonstrated ability to deliver commercial growth and strategic account plans
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with P&L ownership experience
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical capability with experience using market data/scan insights
• A proactive, resilient mindset with a drive to exceed results

We’ll support you with

• The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by a multinational, values-led company
• A competitive salary package including bonus opportunity
• Ongoing learning and development to support your growth and career progression
• Exposure to a high-profile national customer and strategic projects
• Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program

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Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying.

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.

About Us

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries. With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

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