• ABOUT YOU

  With a primary responsibility of leading contract manufacturing for Bacardi Jacksonville, the External Manufacturing Supervisor will provide strategic support to the business that ensures company goals and objectives are accomplished, in the most cost-efficient manner.
  Additionally, you they will manage communications between senior leaders and primos and actively liaise with internal and external executives on various projects and tasks related to contract manufacturing.

• RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART, YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE TO:

  External Manufacturing Oversight:

  ·      Develop and manage all external manufacturing processes, labor, information, and expenditures

  ·      Build and maintain a network of external manufacturing sites that support short- and long-term strategies

  ·      Ensure superb customer service and value beyond price

  Compliance & Standards:

  ·       Ensure all external manufacturing sites adhere to Bacardi standards (Quality, GMP, SLA)

  ·      Liaise with QEHS for compliance, quality, and corporate responsibilities

  ·      Ensure proper cost reporting and adherence to Bacardi financial standards

  Strategic Projects & Collaboration:

  ·      Support global and regional projects with emphasis on external manufacturing

  ·      Collaborate with procurement during negotiations and contract preparation

  ·      Liaise with Regional Tax and Customs & Excise teams to ensure compliance

  Process Improvement:

  ·      Develop and track KPIs for external manufacturers in support of Bacardi Operating System (BOS)

  ·      Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

  ·      Co-lead intra-company and external best practices

  SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY:

  ·      Minimum 5 years of experience in bottling/packaging (FMCG, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, etc.)

  ·      Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred

  ·      Experience in developing and overseeing budgets

  ·      Strong written and verbal communication skills

  ·      Excellent time management and ability to coordinate multiple projects

  ·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office and aptitude for learning new systems

  ·      Ability to maintain confidentiality and operate with integrity

  PERSONAL QUALITIES:

  ·      Leadership: Demonstrates the ability to lead cross-functional teams and external partners with confidence and clarity.

  ·      Strategic Thinking: Understands the broader business context and aligns manufacturing strategies with company goals.

  ·      Adaptability: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adjusts quickly to changing priorities.

  ·      Stakeholder Management: Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.

  ·      Problem Solving: Approaches challenges with a proactive mindset and delivers effective, data-driven solutions.

  ·      Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and acts with professionalism and ethical responsibility.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
 

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both y