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Job Title


National Operations Manager


Company : DLF Seeds Australia - Careers


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-07-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

DLF Seeds is a market leading proprietary seed company operating across each state of Australia.We focus on all aspects of the seed market, from R&D to product supply and technical support for customers.We enrich land, life and people through seeds and science.Our values are built on a foundation of acting with respect, trust, and integrity.Its important to us that we areempoweringour people, creatinginnovation and entrepreneurship, realisingglobal synergies, and operating in anenvironmentally sustainableway.About the Role:TheNational Operations Manageroversees the operations at our five processing and distribution facilities in Australia ensuring alignment with the company''s strategic objectives. This role involves leading, mentoring, and developing a small team of managers, and implementing best practices across all operational sites. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our national operations while developing and leading high-performing teams.Key Responsibilities:Foster and maintain a safe and healthy work environment across all facilities, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and wellbeing regulationsDevelop and manage financial budgets for national operations while monitoring income and expenses to ensure financial targets are metDrive efficiency improvements across all processing and distribution facilities while optimising inventory management systems and maintaining consistent product quality standardsDeliver exceptional service to customers (internal & external) through operational excellence and ensuring timely order fulfilment across all regionsIdentify and implement process improvements while leading continuous improvement initiatives and staying current with industry trendsQualifications & Skills:Ideally a tertiary degree in a related field Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or AgricultureDemonstrated commitment to a strong Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture, experienced in leading teams with a Safety-First mindset.Experience leading and developing teams in values-based environments, with a proven track record of building high-performing collaborative work cultures that prioritise safety, quality, and operational excellence.Desired experience overseeing capital investment projects, particularly related to automation and robotics.Proven experience in the areas of operations leadership, risk management and compliance and a knowledge of supply chain, logistics, warehousing, storage and transportation.Strong background managing manufacturing / processing teams through process and efficiency improvements, project management and equipment reliability initiatives ensuring business continuityDesired experience in managing multi-site operations (some remote) with time / geographical differencesProficient in MS Office, large ERP systems and knowledge of planning and inventory management tools.Why Join Us?Work in a dynamic and supportive environment with a strong purpose, a values based safety-first culture and a commitment to a fiscally secure and stable businessJoin a global network of supply chain professions who enjoy cross functional collaboration and professional growth.Competitive salary package and career development opportunities.How to Apply:DLF Seeds is committed to creating long lasting, successful careers for our people. If you believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would like to hear from you.To apply, please click apply and you will be taken to our parent company careers website. Please submit your resume, cover letter and complete the online application.For a confidential discussion regarding the role please contact Quintin McCall, GM Supply Chain Oceania on 0410 936 133 orqmccall@dlfseeds.com.auA full position description is available for this role upon request by emailingrecruitment@dlfseeds.com.au #J-18808-Ljbffr