Assistant Brand 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 a cheese lover and ready to lead the charge in shaping the future of some of Australia’s household cheese brands? We have some big plans ahead, so this is a great to join us and make a real impact!
How you will make contributions that matter:
By joining our dynamic Commercial Marketing team on a 12-month fixed term contract, you will play a pivotal role in driving profitability and brand growth across incredible brands like CHEER and Cracker Barrel within our Everyday Cheese category. You will be responsible for assisting with the strategic planning and execution of our brand plans and work closely with the broader commercial and brand teams to ensure seamless in-market execution.
Reporting to the Senior Brand Manager in this role you will:
- Support portfolio growth through strategic planning, pricing, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Drive P&L improvements, manage budgets, and optimize pricing for volume and value.
- Shape innovation strategy and lead NPD/product improvement projects from concept to launch.
- Strengthen brand equity, develop compelling propositions, and deliver integrated campaigns with agency partners.
- Manage engaging social content and support digital campaign execution.
- Translate brand strategy into channel/customer plans and support sales teams with tailored marketing.
About you:
- Tertiary and or Postgraduate qualifications in Commerce or Marketing.
- Experience in FMCG marketing.
- A passion for brands and consumer marketing.
- Proactive and agile, ability to work autonomously, with a high level of initiative to drive results cross functionally.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to relevant audiences both internal and external.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&Ls and budgets, and a data-driven mindset with a passion for innovation and brand building.
- Team player and ability to demonstrate strong cross functional skills.
We’ll Support You With
- The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by multinational, values led company.
- A competitive annual salary.
- Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way.
- Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program.
- Product Discounts and other employee benefits.
Click on Apply for this job to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Pratima on 0476 610 917. Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to every applicant.
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.
Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 11 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 60 countries. With 59 manufacturing facilities and over 19,400 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, Argentina, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can-do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.
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