Business Unit Director, Freestyle Manufacturing

Coca-Cola•Atlanta, GA

13d•$137,000 - $164,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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)
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Life Science or related discipline or 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.

Responsibilities

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.