Senior Manager, IMCR at The Coca-Cola Company

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Beverages, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

Seasoned individual with prior experience in a science related role
Ability to travel 26% - 50%

Responsibilities

Drive implementation of The Coca-Cola Quality System (KORE) and ensure products, packages, ingredients, services, fountain operations and production facilities comply with KORE and local regulations by directing the development and implementation of effective quality programs throughout the geography
Monitor the effectiveness of Quality and Food Safety programs to ensure 100% compliance with company quality principles, policies, and standards in all bottling plants through end-to-end Quality/Food Safety Assessments and ensure corrective action/continuous improvement plans are developed
Develop and implement business plans to execute company’s and Business Unit’s Quality & Food Safety strategy, including compliance tracking, approval of suppliers & consultants, review/approval of designs within the plant, follow-up on new technologies/trends, and investigate/share best practices and their applications onsite; offer solutions to technical problems and provide guidance on Quality & Food Safety matters
Provide technical expertise to bottling partners, co-packers and other stakeholders for establishment of new plants, processes and line investments and conduct technical validation programs with plants to qualify and authorize new or modified process systems and/or equipment
Manage product and package quality performance in the market, improve quality, support implementation of periodical market surveys done by bottler, conduct trade planning & management (TPM) studies annually with bottler, and ensure corrective actions are completed
Provide guidelines to beverage plants on various sampling requirements of The Coca-Cola Company and facilitate plants by creating liaison between them and company/3rd party laboratories
Develop new processes and quality system applications, identify technical investment needs, and monitor the effectiveness of developments to provide new category products manufacturing capability in bottling plants
Provide technical guidance to Business Unit Marketing, Commercialization, R&D teams and Bottler Operations for new product/package launches and system/line start-ups and coordinate Bottler Team for trouble shooting of product formula related and process related problems
Create master mixing instructions and all required data for bottling plants to produce new products in accordance with product formula and company requirements
Conduct regular technical plant visits to support and monitor quality and manufacturing processes and provide integrated technical support, expertise and guidance during implementation
Train front line leaders for KORE requirements, laboratory analyses, manufacturing processes and quality system
Build a process for sustainability engagement with customer account teams in Retail and Food Service & On-Premise (FSOP) to identify and evaluate potential customer partnership opportunities

Skills

Quality Management

Food Safety

Regulatory Compliance

KORE System

Trend Analysis

Risk Assessment

Continuous Improvement

Supplier Approval

Business Planning

Sustainability Strategies

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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