Senior Manager, Digitization (Mexico Greenfield)

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca-Cola Company, we are dedicated to innovating and revolutionising the way we conduct our business. Our passionate teams drive success by delivering value, growth, and fostering relationships with our partners and stakeholders. As a key member of theCPS MexicoGreenfield,the Senior Manager, Digitizationis empowered to lead and support efforts todeliver the digital scope forthe plant.You will work collaboratively withcross-functional business partners across the CPS network to understand business needs, identify digitization opportunities, existing standards and help to deliver those opportunities with the support ofDigital Delivery Team (DDT),Global Automation (OT), andPlatform Services (IT) as primary support groups, together with the Global Functions. 

You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the integrated startup ofdigital andautomation systems, WCS, Manufacturing Execution System (MES - CIMO), SAP and Digital Manufacturing Systems (OEE/SPC & Performance Management, Scheduling, Digital Quality, etc.) within a new manufacturing facility. This role ensures seamless integration of digital systems to enable efficient, compliant, and reliable operations from day one. 

We seek an individual who is adept at building collaborative relationships, has a deep understanding ofoperations management and digital technologies, and can leadWaterfall andAgile projects to achieve our strategic goals. 

WhatYou'll Do for Us 

• Startup Leadership 

• Lead the end-to-end startup process forAutomation, WCS, CIMO, Digital Manufacturing Systems and SAP scopes, ensuring alignment with project timelines and businessobjectives. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for all startup activities,coordinating between engineering automation, digital,DTS and operations. 

• Integration Management 

• Ensure integration of automation systems with MES,SAP and Analytics to enable real-time data flow and operational visibility. 

• Validate system interfaces andensure compliance with global standards and cybersecurity requirements. 

• ProjectExecution 

• Develop andmaintain detailed startup plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and contingency strategies. 

• Drive integrated Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning activities for automation and digital systems. 

• Stakeholder Collaboration 

• Work closely with global engineering and digital delivery, local operations, and technology teams to ensure smooth handover to manufacturing. 

• Manage vendor relationships and ensure deliverables meet quality and performance expectations. 

• Performance & Compliance 

• Ensure systems meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards. 

• Monitor and report startup progress, KPIs, and readiness to leadership. 

• Deliver successful Vertical Start-up of CPS[Plant Name] Greenfield by integrating all the Digital systems withshopfloor automation systems and equipment. 

Requirements & Qualifications 

• University/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

• 3+ years of experience with practical knowledge in operations, andDigital/Automation Projects 

• Good verbal and written communication skills: Ability to engage and influence stakeholders, explain complex information clearly, and manage communication with external parties such as customers and vendors to foster collaboration and innovation, ensuring alignment on strategicobjectives and project outcomes 

• Skilled in managing Agile teams and implementing Agile project management methodologies 

• Ability to manage aportfolio of digital project initiatives, ensuringdelivery in time and quality 

What We Can Do for You 

• Insight:Engages and partners with outside stakeholders which maximises the opportunities for competitive advantages 

• Inspire the Organization:Develops and communicates a compelling and inspired vision of the future,uniting people to share and commit to the organization’s strategy and goals 

• Results Focus:Achieves results in compliance with the Corporate Business Principles, takes every opportunity to do more than expected 

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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 reasonsour company continues to thrive after 130+ years. VisitOur Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how youcan bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.