Credit Risk Analyst

Bega Cheese Limited; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Office in Docklands near Marvel stadiu

Job summary

Bega Group in Docklands, Melbourne, is hiring a Credit Risk Analyst to manage core credit risk processes, including assessing new and existing customers, setting credit limits and handling trade credit insurance. You will collaborate with Sales and Credit teams to enhance systems and processes behind these activities.

This permanent full-time role currently requires two days in the office (Wed & Thu) and is planned to rise to three in 2027 (Tue, Wed & Thu).

Qualifications

• Extensive B2B credit risk management experience with Sales and Finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in SAP/M3 and understanding of trade credit insurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Assess new customer credit applications within one business day.
• Set and maintain credit limits and risk codes across ERP systems (SAP).
• Apply for trade credit insurance and monitor overdue accounts.
• Prepare insurer reports and participate in risk-exposure discussions.
• Provide weekly exposure reports and guidance to Sales and Finance.

Skills

Credit risk management

SAP/M3

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Trade credit insurance

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

M3

Job description

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us! The Role

Our Docklands office is the hub for our corporate functions within the Bega Group. You’ll enjoy lots of natural light and great facilities to take advantage of including a fully stocked fridge loaded with a range of Bega products! We are right next door to Marvel stadium and some of Melbourne’s best restaurants, cafes and bars. Bega's credit decisions keep our customer relationships strong and our business protected. As Credit Risk Analyst, you'll run our core credit risk processes: assessing new and existing customers, setting credit limits, and managing trade credit insurance. You'll work closely with the Sales and Credit teams and help improve the systems and processes behind it all.

This is a permanent full-time role, currently working two days in the office (Wed & Thu) increasing to three in 2027 (Tue, Wed & Thu). Applicants must be ok to work in Docklands those days.

Responsibilities

• Assess new customer credit applications within one business day, and set and maintain credit limits and risk codes across our ERP systems, including SAP
• Apply for trade credit insurance cover, monitor overdue accounts, and submit claims to our insurer through to payment
• Prepare the annual insurer report, join weekly risk exposure discussions, and work with our Mercantile/Insurers agent to close out customer queries
• Produce weekly customer exposure reports and give Sales and Finance clear insights on account status
• Partner with Sales and Credit teams on customer credit strategies, support projects and automation initiatives, and back up your Credit Services colleagues

About you

• Extensive B2B credit risk management experience, including working with Sales and Finance stakeholders and implementing process and systems improvements
• Proficiency in SAP/M3 and a strong understanding of trade credit insurance processes and compliance
• Knowledge of Australian entity types (including trusts, trustees and trust deeds), insolvency types, and credit bureau tools
• Data analysis and reporting skills, with Excel and Power BI preferred, plus familiarity with financial systems and API integration concepts
• Sharp attention to detail, the ability to juggle priorities and meet deadlines, and a problem-solving mindset

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team. Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day. Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!