Business Unit Director, Freestyle Manufacturing

Job Description Summary:

It is an exciting time to work at The Coca-Cola Company. We are accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing consumer goods company by putting our people at the heart of our business and everything we do! We strive to provide cutting-edge excellence in ingredients, innovation and design and marketing.

As the Business Unit Director (Freestyle Manufacturing), you will serve as the "mini‑CEO" of the Freestyle Business Unit, fully accountable for production performance, people leadership, and profitability. The BU Director leads end‑to‑end P&L ownership, operational excellence, and cross‑functional alignment to deliver safe, high‑quality, and cost‑effective manufacturing outcomes. Additionally, the Director drives customer satisfaction; oversees production operations, major transformation initiatives, and champions continuous improvement to meet growth and profit goals.

Key Responsibilities and Position-Related Duties:

Production Leadership

• Lead execution of all Freestyle production activities to ensure consistent output and asset reliability.

• Ensure production lines operate according to safety standards, KORE requirements, and GMP expectations.

• Align labor, materials, and equipment to meet throughput and USLE targets.

• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering on downtime, root-cause analysis, and equipment performance.

Financial Leadership

• Own full P&L performance for the Freestyle Business Unit.

• Develop and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and cost‑control strategies.

Operations Management

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure consistent, efficient, and reliable production.

• Optimize labor, materials, and equipment utilization to meet USLE throughput targets.

• Ensure operational continuity, risk mitigation, and on‑time delivery to customers.

Strategy & Growth

• Drive execution of the BU’s digital roadmap and key innovation initiatives.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team that embodies accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Build succession strength and leadership capability across the organization.

• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, results‑driven culture.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure full adherence to KORE quality standards, ISO safety protocols, and corporate regulatory requirements.

• Promote a culture committed to zero‑defect quality, proactive risk prevention, and safe operations.

Continuous Improvement

• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S, and other CI tools to improve productivity and eliminate waste.

• Lead modernization and transformation initiatives to strengthen operational performance.

• Champion data‑driven decision‑making and operational excellence.

Critical Competencies and Skills

• Executive leadership and strategic decision‑making

• Operational functionality and strong financial acumen

• Deep understanding of Freestyle equipment platforms and business accountability

• Talent development and team leadership excellence

• Strong communication skills and executive presence

• Change leadership and transformation capability

• Customer‑first mindset with strong OEM partnership experience

• Cross‑functional business expertise (Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, Commercialization, Marketing)

Education and Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Life Science or related disciplineor equivalent work experience.

• 7+ years of supply chain operations experience, preferably in the consumer-packaged goods industry a plus.

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Pay Range:

$137,000 - $164,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

Yes

Job Posting End Date:

April 26, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

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