Graduate (WA) Industrial Management Control & Performance

Harvey - Australia

Yearly Salary: $ 76000 - 93000

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Lactalis Australia youll have the opportunity to launch your career with a leading global consumer goods organisation. We offer exposure to both Australian and international career pathways a highly competitive salary and the chance to make a real impact from day one.

Were passionate about developing our people. At Lactalis we encourage entrepreneurial thinking value accountability and bring together pragmatic driven individuals who take ownership of their work. With our deep dairy expertise and industry knowhow youll be supported to grow learn and make a difference.

What can you expect from our Graduate Program

We are currently seeking graduates to join our Management Control Graduate Program based at our Harvey Fresh (Western Australia - Harvey) site.

This 1.52 year structured program is designed to build your leadership capability while giving you a strong understanding of key financial and operational processes within the FMCG and dairy manufacturing industry.

As part of the program youll play an important role in supporting site financial performance through accurate reporting meaningful analysis and practical recommendations. Youll work closely with operations and leadership teams gaining handson experience in a fastpaced manufacturing environment while helping to drive cost efficiency and continuous improvement.

Throughout the program you will:

Play an active role in month-end closing activities and deliver accurate insightful dashboards that showcase site performance
Support financial reporting budgeting and forecasting processes ensuring precision and timeliness
Maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) and manage costing for new product development
Act as a trusted business partner analyzing financial performance explaining variances against budget prior year and forecast and recommending corrective actions to improve efficiency
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage ad-hoc projects with agility and focus
Collaborate closely with operations teams to identify cost drivers and implement strategies that optimize performance
Execute cost accounting and inventory valuation tasks as part of month-end close activities with accuracy and attention to detail
Engage actively with shop-floor operations and follow through on improvement projects to ensure successful outcomes

This is a multi-faceted program that involves the following:

Work alongside team members to understand Management Control roles processes and daily operations.
Complete structured rotations with a mentor building leadership skills and insight into a complex manufacturing environment.
Deliver project work and presentations supported by targeted training in leadership project management industry knowledge and communication skills.

Whats in it for you

This program has been designed to give you the tools experience and confidence to build a rewarding longterm career at Lactalis Australia.

Youll develop both technical and interpersonal skills gain handson experience and learn how to work effectively with key stakeholders across the business. With this foundation youll be wellplaced to choose a career pathway that suits your strengths and interests.

Youll be supported every step of the way by experienced managers and mentors while also being given the autonomy to take ownership make decisions and grow as a future leader.

Regular performance reviews will be conducted throughout the program and Lactalis Australia will make every effort to secure a permanent role upon completion. Successful graduates may go on to fulltime opportunities across our national network of sites.

Should I apply

Lactalis Australia welcomes applications from candidates who have completed a degree within the last 24 months.

You are an Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or on a 485 VISA (at least valid for 18-24 months)and you have a Finance Business/Commercial Accounting or Engineering Degree.

As youre a recent graduate Lactalis does not expect you to have extensive experience however the following would be highly beneficial:

Willingness to relocate in Harvey - Western Australiaand nationally as required.
Strong academic performance supported by solid project outcomes
A genuine interest in building a career within the FMCG and dairy manufacturing industry
Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite with the ability to develop reports analyse data and support informed business decisions
Demonstrated experience in data extraction modelling and analysis to deliver clear actionable insights (highly regarded)An adaptable mindset with openness to new ideas and the ability to thrive in a fastchanging environment
The ability to translate complex financial information into clear recommendations that influence business outcomes
A proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that improve processes and performance
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and consistency in reporting and analysis
Exposure to the manufacturing sector through previous roles or internships (desirable)
A strong desire to grow develop and build a longterm career with Lactalis Australia
An understanding of and commitment to health and safety practices in the workplace

We will accept applicants until 14 of Feb only.

At Lactalis Australia youll have the opportunity to launch your career with a leading global consumer goods organisation. We offer exposure to both Australian and international career pathways a highly competitive salary and the chance to make a real impact from day one. Were passionate ab...