Supply Chain Project Manager

Bega Dairy and Drinks Services Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Purchased leave options

Salary continuance insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Bega Group is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Project Manager to lead complex initiatives from concept through to implementation, driving efficiency and growth. You’ll oversee two direct reports and collaborate with stakeholders across operations, data, and analytics to deliver meaningful change in Melbourne.

This permanent, hybrid Melbourne-based role requires 7-10+ years of delivery experience in complex environments, with strong leadership, analytical and change-management capabilities to

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years' experience delivering complex projects within large corporate, manufacturing, engineering, logistics or supply chain environments.
• End-to-end project management expertise from feasibility and business case through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities across all levels of an organisation.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills with data-driven decision support (Excel).
• Leadership experience with coaching and cross-functional collaboration to deliver outcomes.
• Experience in warehousing, automation, manufacturing or supply chain environments is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects across warehousing, automation, network expansion and operational transformation.
• Develop business cases, feasibility assessments, project plans and implementation strategies to support key investment decisions.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and change management activities to ensure successful project adoption and business outcomes.
• Partner with operations, data and analytics teams, and external parties to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Lead a small team while managing project governance, risks, budgets and delivery timelines.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Change management

Analytical skills

Excel / data analysis

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Role

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!

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. At Bega Group, we're transforming our supply chain network through major warehousing, automation and operational improvement initiatives.

As our Supply Chain Project Manager, you'll lead complex, business-critical projects from concept through to implementation, driving efficiency, innovation and long-term growth.

A key part of this role is leading a team of two direct reports, providing guidance, coaching and support to ensure successful project delivery.

You’ll combine strong people leadership with hands‑on project management, working closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver meaningful change and achieve strategic outcomes.

We're looking for an experienced project leader with a proven track record of delivering large‑scale initiatives in complex environments.

You’ll bring strong analytical capability, exceptional stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence, lead teams and navigate change with confidence.

This is a permanent full‑time, Melbourne‑based hybrid role, with three days per week in our Docklands office and occasional interstate travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading end‑to‑end delivery of complex projects across warehousing, automation, network expansion and operational transformation.
• Developing business cases, feasibility assessments, project plans and implementation strategies to support key investment decisions.
• Driving stakeholder engagement and change management activities to ensure successful project adoption and business outcomes.
• Partnering with operations, data and analytics teams, and external parties to deliver strategic initiatives.
• Leading a small team while managing project governance, risks, budgets and delivery timelines.

About You

• 7-10+ years' experience delivering complex projects within large corporate, manufacturing, engineering, logistics or supply chain environments.
• Demonstrated end‑to‑end project management expertise, from feasibility and business case development through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities, with the ability to influence across all levels of an organisation.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, including confidence working with data and Excel to support decision‑making.
• Leadership experience with the ability to coach, influence and leverage the expertise of others to deliver successful outcomes.
• Experience in warehousing, automation, manufacturing or supply chain environments will be highly regarded, although candidates with transferable project delivery experience from similarly complex industries are encouraged to apply.

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 ASX200 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.

Benefits

• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs

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 ASX200 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!