The Senior Process Lead is accountable for driving sustainable performance and capability building across the Operational area – from Raw Materials through Distilling and Maturation-  through the deployment and continuous evolution of the TPM (Total Production Management) system.

This role focuses on leading people, building capability and embedding a high-performance culture - not only delivering specific CI tools or systems.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be strong and proven in delivering a CI culture , have strong leadership skills and the ability to build a collaborative, high-performance culture. You should be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, lead by example. Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail are essential, along with the confidence to challenge decisions and demonstrate a true Founder’s mentality.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of TPM/CI Strategy
• Support the development of the long term Whisk(e) Category Strategy
• Be lead for local implementation of Global CI

1. Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead, coach and develop operational teams to build self-sufficient problem solving and CI capability
• Act as a change agent, embedding ManEx behaviours and standards across shifts and functions
• Set expectations and coach leaders (Line Leads, Shift Leads) on Tier management discipline and performance ownership
• Build a strong continuous improvement culture, not dependency on a CI expert

2. System Ownership & Performance Steering

• Own and evolve the TPM system (DMS, Tier, Loss Elimination) within the Whisk(e)y Category
• Ensure systems are effectively used to drive performance not just deployed
• Drive performance review routines, ensuring clear linkage between losses, actions and results
• Provide visibility and challenge on performance gaps to site leadership

3. Loss Elimination & Problem Solving Leadership

• Prioritise and lead resolution of critical/chronic losses impacting site performance
• Coach teams in structured problem solving (RCA, 5 Why's etc) to build internal capability
• Ensure data is used to drive focused, high impact improvement plans

4. Cross-functional Influence & Integration

• Planning with Operations, Maintenance, Planning and Quality to drive end to end performance improvement
• Lead cross functional alignment on priorities, trade-offs and improvement plans
• Influence without authority to remove barriers and accelerate delivery

5. CI Strategy Deployment

• Translate site and regional CI priorities into clear, executable plans
• Support consistency of ManEx deployment across lines/departments
• Share best practices and drive standardisation and reapplication

Other

• Host and chair cross functional improvement sessions
• Regular (weekly min) travel to Maturation Sites (Poniel 25 mins from Glasgow)
• Occasional (monthly) travel to Distilleries - incl Aberfeldy, Aultmore, Craigellachie, Macduff, Royal Brackla and Teeling
• Engagement with Industry Best Practice - Scotch Whisky Research Institute, Scotch Whisky Association

Skills/Experience

Leadership/Communication

• Demonstrated self motivated with a Continuous Improvement mindset, with experience identifying opportunities implementing process improvements, and driving operational efficiency
• Strong team leadership, ability to lead a small project team
• Interpersonal collaboration skills
• Strong communication skills

Analytical/Problem Solving

• Proven knowledge and implementation of CI tools and Techniques
• Ability to work with data and information - AI, Python, Other Modern Tools Desireable
• Analytical skills to implement correcti e actions and ability to assimilate technical data to support recommendation
• Problem solving and risk management, including escalation and resolution
• Familiarity with structured problem tools useful but not mandatory

Personal Qualities

• Accountable and results oriented; takes ownership, drives delivery and embraces a Founder's mentality
• Builds strong relationships, works seamlessly cross functionally
• Navigates change, ambiquity and competing priorities with confidence
• Honest, reliable and trustworthy team leader who fosters learning and continuous improvement
• Excellenct communicator with strong numeric and literacy skills
• Lives the 3F values - Fearless, Founder's Mentality and Family

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 your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with

• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. 

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package

• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)

• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.