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! The Role This newly created role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Shared Services at the Bega Group. As the Shared Services Strategy and Improvement Lead, you will play a critical role in defining, embedding and uplifting strategy across the function. You will partner with Finance, IT, operational teams and external implementation partners to drive process excellence, automation, capability development and performance outcomes. With a strong pipeline of transformation projects, this role provides the chance to influence at all levels, lead change and create long‑term business impact. Responsibilities Lead Shared Services strategy development and execution, ensuring alignment with business priorities. Drive process optimisation and standardisation across key functional areas, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Master Data. Collaborate with IT and business partners to enhance automation, workflow tools and digital enablement. Develop and maintain reporting frameworks, dashboards and insights to measure performance and improvement outcomes. Guide, support and develop two direct reports, fostering capability uplift and a continuous improvement culture. About You Demonstrated experience leading improvement, operational excellence or transformation initiatives within Shared Services or similar environments, preferably within an FMCG background. Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen, I excel in project management and coordinating complex cross-functional initiatives for process improvement Ability to influence, collaborate and build relationships across diverse teams, including technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Skilled in analysing data, interpreting trends and developing insights that support decision‑making. Comfortable leading through change, coaching others and supporting adoption of new processes and technologies. 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 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 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 mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal. 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. We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.
