Senior Manager, Analytical Chemistry Scientist

Coca-Cola•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Analytical Scientist role focuses on advancing analytical capabilities in various sectors including botanical extracts, functional bioactive compounds, protein/peptide, nutrients, dairy, and juice to support functional and nutrition innovation. This position requires a blend of technical expertise in advanced analytical methodologies, project ownership, and cross-functional collaboration. The role supports R&D from ingredient understanding through product development and commercialization. Responsibilities include conducting and leading routine and non-routine analyses, managing equipment maintenance and calibration, documenting findings, writing reports, and working both independently and collaboratively to support R&D projects and enable business decisions and growth.

Requirements

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related field (MS with significant experience considered)
5–10+ years (PhD) industry analytical science experience preferred or 10+ years (MS) industry experience in analytical science
Strong expertise in HPLC-MS/MS, both targeted and non-targeted workflows
Experience in method development and validation
Strong project management and problem-solving skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Demonstrated knowledge and application of: Good Laboratory Practices; Laboratory/Analytical Instrumentation; LIMS; Quality management systems; Data analysis.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex science to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to communicate technical information both verbally and in written reports that is understandable by technical and non-technical audiences; to produce reports of results and recommendations that are clear and concise.
Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion (e.g., on time, within budget).
Prioritization skills.
Ability to develop & successfully follow short-term and long-term Business Plans aligned with Company strategy.
Proven curiosity in science and innovative mindset, with the ability to turn scientific insights into actionable, consumer-relevant solutions.
Strong attention to detail.
Teamwork spirit, quickly adept to company and team culture.
Willingness and ability to occasionally function effectively over extended periods of time.
Ability to be flexible and adjust priorities based on business needs.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in proteomics and/or peptide analysis highly preferred
Experience in botanical extract analysis highly preferred
Experience with multivariable data analysis preferred
Experience working with food, beverage, dairy highly preferred; biotech or pharmaceutical systems preferred

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development, application, and continuous improvement of analytical approaches supporting protein, peptide, dairy, juice, and related ingredient systems.
Support project-based analytical activities.
Advance analytical methodologies.
Generate and interpret complex data sets.
Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure analytical outputs align with broader business and innovation objectives.
Contribute to capability development.
Maintain awareness of emerging analytical technologies.
Ensure high-quality scientific outputs across routine and non-routine workstreams.
Conduct and lead routine and non-routine analysis.
Conduct and manage routine equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration.
Document findings and write reports.
Troubleshoot sophisticated R&D problems with limited time and resources.
Recognize and protect proprietary information as it relates to both internal and external IP.
Apply communication skills and Company policy to respond to ingredient/product scientific or regulatory issues.
Handle sensitive and complex contacts that require a high level of judgment, tact and diplomacy to minimize negative impact on the System and Business.