Saputo

Senior Brand Manager - Specialty Cheese

Melbourne, VIC Full time

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

Step into a 12-month fixed-term role as Senior Brand Manager at a time of exciting growth and transformation. You’ll take ownership of the strategy, planning, and execution for our iconic Specialty Cheese brands, including Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage, driving initiatives that shape the future of the category.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead and inspire a small team to deliver best-in-class brand strategies and activations.

  • Champion cross-functional projects, ensuring seamless execution of new product development and market launches.

  • Drive commercial outcomes through pricing and promotional strategies that strengthen category performance and market share.

  • Influence retail decisions through range reviews and strategic discussions.

  • Own P&L accountability, ensuring every initiative delivers measurable value.

About you

You’re a seasoned brand leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. Your blend of creativity and commercial acumen sets you apart, and you’re passionate about building brands consumers love.

To succeed, you’ll bring:

  • Proven experience as a Senior Brand Manager, ideally within FMCG.

  • Strong commercial and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of pricing dynamics and market drivers.

  • Innovative thinking, balanced with data-driven decision-making.

  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills, enabling you to build strong relationships across all levels.

  • A track record of delivering results in brand management and complex project execution.

  • A proactive, collaborative mindset and the ability to lead with confidence and clarity.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with:

  • The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by a multinational, values led company

  • Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way

  • Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program

  • Flexible working options where operationally achievable

Click on Apply for this job to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Pratima on 0476 610 917.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to every applicant.

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.