Programme Manager

Position Overview

Fonterra Te Mātāpuna welcomes candidates who want to bring their authentic selves to a supportive, values-driven global dairy cooperative. Whether you are beginning your career or seeking advancement, Fonterra offers a space to grow professionally while contributing to a sustainable future. As a farmer-owned cooperative with a dedicated workforce, together we aim to build a positive tomorrow.

About the Role

We have two Programme Manager positions available—one focused on Growth initiatives and another on Remediation and new assets. Positioned within the Capital Projects team, these roles lead some of Fonterra's most significant and strategic capital investments. The Programme Manager will be accountable for guiding complex capital programmes from the initial planning and business case development stages, through execution and transition, to successful delivery. This involves collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, including operational, technical, commercial, and project teams to ensure well-designed investments, risk management, and achievement of business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale and complex capital programmes aligned with Fonterra's Strategic Asset Road Map.
• Shape investment decisions and establish governance frameworks for programme oversight.
• Coordinate integration across multiple programme elements and foster alignment among diverse stakeholders.
• Drive risk identification, assessment, and proactive management while maintaining a focus on delivering intended outcomes.
• Engage senior leaders and other key influencers effectively to secure buy-in and collaboration.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a strategic and seasoned programme manager skilled in navigating complex environments. You possess extensive experience managing large programmes that balance commercial priorities with operational delivery. Your expertise includes steering projects through governance and approval stages, and leading transformational changes with integrated workstreams.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Proven track record of successfully delivering large, complex programmes yielding positive business results.
• Deep leadership experience in capital projects, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
• Outstanding stakeholder management abilities, capable of influencing across organizational levels.
• Competency in constructing robust investment business cases and guiding projects through governance procedures.
• Strong financial and commercial insight to analyze investment opportunities and risks effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transformational changes and integrate multifaceted programmes.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence in engaging senior executives and fostering cohesive teamwork.
• Tertiary education in Engineering, Project Management, Technology, or related fields; certification such as PMP is highly valued.

Fonterra Values

Our culture is grounded in the values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts. These principles unite us to deliver exceptional results for farmers, customers, communities, and colleagues.

Our Commitment

• Competitive and fair compensation.
• Health and wellness support including medical and mental health programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Support for work-life balance through flexible and hybrid work arrangements where feasible.
• Employee recognition and encouragement for community and cultural engagement.

Inclusivity Statement

Fonterra is dedicated to building an inclusive workplace that reflects diverse backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We encourage applications from all individuals and offer accommodations throughout our recruitment process to ensure equitable participation.