Corporate Responsibility Manager

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

Are you passionate about corporate social responsibility community impact and ethical governance JoinSaputo Dairy Australia (SDA)as our Corporate Responsibility Manager and help shape the future of one of Australias leading dairy processors.

About the Role

As a key member of our Communications and Community team youll lead the development execution and reporting of our corporate responsibility agenda aligned with ourSaputo Promise commitments. This cross-functional role works closely with senior leaders across the business to drive sustainable growth enhance profitability and deliver meaningful community and industry impact.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Responsibility Strategy & Execution

• Lead and support initiatives under the Saputo Promise and localise global Saputo ESG goals to SDAs operations.
• Own SDAs ethical governance and audit program including full lifecycle management of Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audits (SMETAs) and Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs).
• Work collaboratively across the business to educate and prepare stakeholders for audit compliance including coordination of physical audits and escalation of findings.
• Apply a constructive approach to resolving challenges building trust and alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Partner with senior business leaders to drive improvements aligned with ethical standards and audit outcomes.

Community Pillar Leadership

• Deliver impactful community partnerships and programs (e.g. Legacy Program Volunteer Time Off Big Cook Up).
• Build and maintain relationships with SDA community partners.
• Manage community sponsorship and donation processes.

Reporting & Governance

• Track and report progress against Saputo Promise targets.
• Prepare internal and external reports.
• Manage community investment metrics and budgets.

What Youll Bring

Qualifications:Tertiary degree in Arts Science Agriculture Environmental Business or related field

• Ideally 5 years experience in corporate responsibility or ESG roles (within the FMCG and dairy sectors will be well regarded).
• Proficiency with the SEDEX platform or expertise leading ethical audits.
• Experience influencing internal and external stakeholders.
• A constructive approach to problem solving navigating ambiguity and resolving challenges collaboratively to achieve win-win outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisation - project management skills (desirable).

Well support you 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.
• Flexible working options where operationally achievable.

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.