Third Party Operations & Bulk Store Manager

Who are we: 

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to local favourites like Bundaberg, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments — from everyday connections to landmark celebrations. 

Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other. 

Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more. 

About the Function: 

Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world. 

With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships. 

It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love. 

About the Role: 

The Third-Party Operations & Bulk Store Manager leads Diageo Australia’s external manufacturing network, ensuring partners deliver safe, reliable, high-quality and cost-effective products to customers. The role also leads the Liquid Bulk team at Huntingwood, connecting internal operations with third-party manufacturing partners to strengthen supply resilience and performance. Working across Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, Quality and Commercial, you’ll drive operational excellence, continuous improvement and strategic initiatives across the network. 

Role Responsibilities: 

• Lead the performance and operational governance of third-party manufacturing partners across safety, quality, service, cost and sustainability.  
• Lead and develop the Huntingwood Liquid Bulk team, ensuring safe, efficient and reliable day-to-day operations.  
• Build strong partnerships with external manufacturers and internal stakeholders to align capacity, supply plans, service requirements and business priorities.  
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence using Lean, Six Sigma and structured problem-solving methodologies.  
• Lead strategic projects including product transfers, network optimisation, capacity improvements, productivity and cost-saving initiatives.  
• Identify supply and operational risks, develop mitigation plans and strengthen business continuity across the external manufacturing network.  
• Champion accountability, collaboration and a continuous improvement culture, using performance data and KPIs to drive better outcomes. 

Experience / Skills Required: 

• 8+ years’ experience in FMCG, manufacturing, supply chain or related operational environments, with strong exposure to third-party / external manufacturing.  
• Proven experience leading manufacturing operations and working with external manufacturing partners or co-manufacturers.  
• Strong understanding of supply planning, manufacturing performance, operational excellence and end-to-end supply chain.  
• Demonstrated experience delivering Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma or similar operational excellence initiatives.  
• Experience leading complex projects, business transformation, change initiatives or network optimisation.  
• Strong commercial, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate operational performance into business outcomes.  
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to lead teams and build trusted partnerships across internal and external stakeholders. 

Flexible Working: 

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. 

Rewards & Benefits: 

At Diageo, we offer more than just a role— we offer an environment where you can thrive, grow and be recognised for your impact. 

• Competitive reward – Market-leading salary, performance-driven bonus and industry perks 
• Flexible ways of working – Hybrid working with no set office days, empowering you to balance work and life in a way that works for you 
• Industry-leading family leave – Generous paid parental leave for all parents, along with support for life’s key moments 
• Health & wellbeing – Comprehensive support including mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes 
• Career growth – Access to global opportunities, leading learning programmes and clear pathways for development 
• Inclusive culture – A values-led, inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work 
• Product perks – Employee discounts and experiences across our iconic portfolio 

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity: 

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this. 

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more. 

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world. 

At Diageo, we pride ourselves on our fast paced, bold and agile culture. In order to ensure we’re supporting the performance ambitions of our team, applications for this role will close 21 days after posting.