AddressDo you have a passion for coaching? Love leading culture change?
Want a Diverse role that utilises and supports development of your skills and experience in BOTH lean manufacturing practices and Continuous improvement?
Look no further!
We are looking for our next BEX (BEGA Excellence) Manager at our Penrith site!
About our Site
Our Penrith site is located in Greater Western Sydney on the banks of the Nepean River and manufactures a range of more than 50 milk-based products. The site currently produces around 170 million litres of product every year! We proudly source milk from around 60 dairy farms across NSW and are passionate about supporting local products.
About the role
This is an exciting, newly created role which is waiting for the right candidate to make it their own! The role incorporates the best elements of Lean and CI including Learning, Practices, Analytics and Project management.
The BEX Manager plays a pivotal role in the site steering group by:
- Supporting the leadership team to develop our lean manufacturing culture maturity, through coaching, guidance and governance of Lean processes and practices supported by the world class BEGA BEX operating system.
- Supporting development and delivery site cost/value creation improvement projects.
- Work as part of, and closely with, the site leadership team to prioritize and deliver the CI program across, Safety, Quality, Performance and Cost as part of our strategic plan.
This is a permanent, full-time site-based role working Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
- Development, syndication & stewardship of BEX operating system.
- Accelerates the implementation of core best practices and supports internal capability. Governs the site capability plan.
- Drives and supports a common approach to financial and operational performance reporting, driving optimal outcomes.
- Leads optimisation projects that relate to business intelligence reporting and internal processes.
- Enhance and standardise waste management and reporting process, capability, and systems.
About you
- Experience in Best Practices and/or Continuous Improvement in an FMCG environment
- Sound knowledge of LEAN manufacturing or Manufacturing Excellence (Six Sigma belt advantageous)
- Strong financial acumen
- Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members, and engage with a variety of stakeholders
- Capable of managing change and bringing others along on the journey
Bega Group Story
Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M 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 approximately 4,000 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.
