Director, New Technology, Technical Innovation and Supply Chain function, Japan & South Korea OU at The Coca-Cola Company

Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Beverages, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, manufacturing or related discipline required
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Technical Operations, Innovation, Supply Chain, Engineering or Manufacturing
Proven capability in identifying and driving enterprise efficiency and productivity
Proven record of leading enterprise-wide technical programs that drove transformational operational and financial results
Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy, influence strategy, and successfully navigate complex stakeholder environments
Advanced knowledge of beverage manufacturing processes, equipment, supply chain economics, and industry best practices
Strong financial acumen, relevant investments initiatives and budgets
Influencing and negotiation skills, able to lead across organizational boundaries without direct reporting lines
Track record of fostering innovation, technical excellence, and sustainability initiatives within a large-scale supply chain

Responsibilities

Translate complex technical data insights into actionable strategies that support JSK OU business direction and deliver measurable economic impact
Anticipate industry trends and emerging technologies to proactively position the system ahead of market challenges
Establish and drive productivity projects pipeline related to technical advancement, follow-up on implementation with bottling partners on committed projects, timeframe and expected results, including providing engineering expertise to steward work
Collaborate across a broad set of stakeholders (including GDI, RTE, Global Supply Chain & suppliers) to identify best practices, break through innovation to enable productivity and enable path to implementation across the JSK OU bottling system
Work with finance, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to determine the best vendors and distributors as potential productivity gains
Guide senior leaders through complex technical assessments to enable informed, high-impact decisions, including investments and risk assessment in new technologies and operational changes
Sponsor business case development with bottler for large-scale technical and supply chain initiatives, ensuring alignment with profitability and competitive goals
Sponsor KPIs that measure productivity impact, operational success, and strategic alignment
Align and be accountable for the productivity delivery with Bottlers
Represent JSK OU in global GTEC system forums, bringing forward regional successes, challenges, and opportunities

Skills

Business Strategy

Technology Vision

Program Management

Portfolio Management

Manufacturing

Engineering

Logistics

Quality Management

Sustainability

Supply Chain

Innovation

Continuous Improvement

Stakeholder Collaboration

Productivity Projects

Emerging Technologies

The Coca-Cola Company

Global leader in non-alcoholic beverages

About The Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company is a major player in the beverage industry, offering a variety of non-alcoholic drinks such as soft drinks, water, sports drinks, juices, and plant-based beverages. Its products are manufactured and distributed through a network of bottling partners who handle the production, packaging, and delivery of these beverages to consumers and businesses around the world. This extensive distribution system ensures that Coca-Cola products are widely available. Unlike many competitors, Coca-Cola benefits from strong brand recognition and a diverse portfolio of popular drinks, which helps it adapt to changing consumer tastes. The company's goal is to refresh the world and positively impact communities while maintaining a commitment to sustainability.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

1892Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Acquisition of Billson’s Beverages may affect Coca-Cola's non-alcoholic brand image.

Economic pressures may reduce consumer spending on premium Coca-Cola products.

AI-driven campaigns could expose Coca-Cola to data privacy concerns and scrutiny.

Differentiation

Coca-Cola's vast distribution network ensures global product availability and market penetration.

Strong brand equity and marketing efforts drive consumer loyalty and market presence.

Commitment to sustainability initiatives enhances brand reputation and competitive edge.

Upsides

Growing demand for health-conscious beverages boosts Coca-Cola's low-sugar and functional drink offerings.

Direct-to-consumer sales channels enhance Coca-Cola's e-commerce presence and consumer engagement.

Popularity of plant-based diets allows Coca-Cola to expand its plant-based beverage line.

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