Senior Director, Operations Transformation

Summary: The Senior Director, Operations Transformation is accountable for designing, starting up, stabilizing and institutionalizing a next‑generation manufacturing operation through the greenfield start‑up of Coca‑Cola’s Tlaxcala, Mexico CPS facility. This role serves as the operations architect for the site embedding CPS discipline, Industry 5.0, digital and AI capabilities, and high‑performance culture into the factory from inception through steady‑state operations. As a core member of the leadership team, the role ensures the facility launches on time, per standards, and at top‑quartile performance , while establishing a scalable model for the broader network. What You’ll Do for Us Set the Operations Transformation Agenda Define and own the  long‑term operational vision and performance ambition  for the new site at Tlaxcala, aligned with Supply Chain strategy and business growth plans. Benchmark against internal and external leaders to position the site as a  system benchmark for manufacturing excellence . Embed Excellence into Design & Execution Act as the  single point of accountability for operational readiness , influencing capex, design, and technology decisions from the earliest project phases. Translate operational strategy into  URS and design requirements , integrating CPS safety, quality, environmental, digital, and automation standards. Position the site as a  CPS‑GDI and Industry 5.0 innovation platform , enabling rapid adoption and replication across the network. Ensure the factory is designed to deliver  right‑first‑time performance minimizing risk at start‑up and accelerating value realization. Lead Digital, AI & Innovation Enablement Sponsor and scale  digital, AI‑enabled, and data‑driven manufacturing capabilities  across, production, warehousing, quality, and maintenance. Drive structural simplification and innovation to unlock  COGS, productivity, and quality improvements . Deliver Vertical Start‑Up & Stability Own end‑to‑end accountability for  commissioning, qualification, vertical start‑up, and certification . Deliver a disciplined start‑up that meets commitments for  safety, quality, service, cost, and ramp‑up speed . Ensure a seamless transition from project to operations, including governance, Manufacturing Dossier completion, and performance stabilization. Build Leadership Capability & Culture Build and develop the site leadership and operations organization in partnership with People & Culture team. Establish a  high‑performance, CPS‑centric culture  grounded in safety, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Model enterprise leadership behaviors and serve as a  visible change leader  through transformation. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (advanced degree preferred). 10–15+ years  of senior manufacturing leadership experience, including  greenfield and/or brownfield start‑ups . Proven track record leading  operations transformation, vertical start‑ups, and sustained performance improvement . Deep expertise in CPS/TPM, operational excellence, and modern manufacturing systems. Strong strategic, analytical, and influencing capabilities across complex, matrixed organizations. Credibility with senior leaders and the ability to translate strategy into execution. What We Can Do for You Provide a  high‑visibility, enterprise‑critical leadership role  with direct impact on system performance. Enable you to shape a  future‑ready manufacturing blueprint  for Coca‑Cola CPS Operations. Offer meaningful scope to  lead change, build capability, and leave a lasting legacy  within the global supply chain.

Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Production, Production Operations Location(s): Mexico City/Cities: Huamantla Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: Yes Job Posting End Date: September 20, 2026 Our Purpose and