A leading global beverage corporation is seeking a Senior Finance Manager in Ballina, Ireland. This role involves managing the plant's financial operations, delivering insights to support decision-making, and liaising with internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree and over 10 years of manufacturing finance experience, along with proficiency in SAP. The company offers competitive compensation and professional development opportunities, fostering growth in an international finance environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the Manufacturing, Senior Manager role at The Coca‑Cola Company Job Objective This position will have responsibility for several Operations Teams within the Operations function ensuring compliance with all company standards and procedures. This position will report to the Senior Operations Director and is expected to play a key role as a member of the Coca‑Cola Ballina Wider Management Team. Key Responsibilities Direct and lead a team of Shift Managers to consistently deliver results in line with or better than Business Plan commitments. Lead engagement planning, people capability and people initiatives for all areas of responsibility. Actively manage budget control for all areas of responsibility. In conjunction with Project Engineering, identify scope and prepare capital request submissions and manage change control process for all areas of responsibility. Drive, manage and embed operational excellence and a continuous improvement culture within the team to deliver improvements through lean principles and systems. Deliver improvements on key KPI’s. Coordinate safety, environmental and quality initiatives. Take a pro‑active part in the monthly Supply Planning Process and weekly Production scheduling. Lead operational projects and participate in cross‑plant projects. Participate in Corrective Action Systems Review, Materials Review Board and Capital Review process. Demonstrate clear accountability for timely completion of corrective and preventive actions to avoid repeats of Service and Quality defects. Skills And Experience Third Level qualification to a Diploma or Degree level in a Science or Engineering discipline. Experience in a manufacturing environment with a people management experience in a people focused, team‑based environment. Possess excellent leadership, communication, conflict resolution and problem‑solving skills with demonstrated ability to motivate and coach others to achieve results. Comfortable working in a team based, matrixed, ambiguous environment. Experience on TPM or Lean Manufacturing tools. Experience in Change Management. Certification in Lean Manufacturing an advantage. Excellent analytical, decision making, planning and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple conflicting demands and to prioritise accordingly. High level of PC literacy. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market‑based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Other Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services County Mayo, Ireland €55,000.00-€65,000.00 (2 weeks ago) #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the Senior Manager: Franchise Europe role at The Coca-Cola Company 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Role Summary Supports customer relationships across 2–5 franchise units in partnership with multiple regional bottling groups. This role will involve managing supply from 1 to 3 concentrate plant operations, Commercial Product Supply (CPS) to multiple ship-to locations spanning 2 to 20+ countries. The scope is primarily operational and tactical, with connectivity to select strategic initiatives. What You'll Do For Us Lead the CPS relationship with assigned Franchise, ensuring alignment across large scale, complex Operating Unit (OU). Acts as the main point of contact, coordination and escalation in relation to operational supply management and strategic alignment. Assures on‑time in‑full supply through E2E collaboration across the system supply chain partners. Sets direction and alignment with Franchise Managers on Bottlers relationship. Supports at Franchise Level all Global and strategic initiatives, ensuring the implementation of E2E value creation opportunities in collaboration with a multiple global Stakeholders network within Bottler, OU, Franchise Units & CPS (involving senior level management and using Agile methodologies). Leads the Next Gen S&OP processes between assigned Franchise Units and CPS, optimizing E2E visibility and strategic volume alignment, effectively balancing business requirements with supply chain capacities and capabilities. Also ensures the demand planning collaboration process with Bottles (from operational demand calls to strategic ESOP projects) are aligned across all Franchise Managers, ensuring relevant connection of sales forecasts & actuals, providing real‑time & accurate information to allow optimal trade‑offs to the CPS supply management team. Supports translation of requirements/issues from Franchise’s Customers into CPS plant actions, leading conversations and problem solving involving multiple plants and multiple disciplines including (Quality, Finance, Transportation, Manufacturing, Product Commercialization, etc.) ensuring fast responses, effective & sustainable solutions for the system. Coaches and develops the Customer Account Specialists supporting the business in assigned Franchise Units, driving a strong culture of engagement, continuous improvement and customer service. Standardize and automatize Customer Services processes. Works with Secondary Supply Point Plant Leadership Team on business continuity function for the business when required. Analysis Role involves both operational/short‑term impact management and involvement in Strategic long‑term objectives and programs within Franchise Units, proactively working with Franchise Customers, Bottling Systems and CPS Plants to assure the optimum supply/business models are in place to support changing priorities in a volatile & competitive market. Influences operational/short‑term priorities executed by direct reports, ensuring tactical decisions are aligned to strategic guidelines across the region. Qualifications And Requirements University/Advanced Degree. Postgraduate/Master’s Degree Preferred. 7+ years relevant experience in Customer Service or other related Supply Chain Area within a multinational organization. Fluent written and spoken English with strong communication skills required. Ability to operate in multi‑cultural environment. 5+ years’ experience in operational people management roles. What We Can Do For You Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products. Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections that allow us to move faster and learn from others. Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work. Skills Decision Making; Sustainability; Process Improvements; organization; Customer Relationships; Customer Management Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15 Annual Incentive reference value is a market‑based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading beverage manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing, Senior Manager in Ballina, County Mayo. This role involves leading Operations Teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving improvements through Lean principles. Candidates should have a Degree in Science or Engineering and experience in manufacturing. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary range of €55,000.00-€65,000.00 and represents an excellent opportunity for growth within the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A global beverage leader seeks a Senior Manager for Franchise Europe in Ballina, Ireland. You will manage operations across multiple franchise units and ensure optimal supply chain efficiency. Candidates need a university degree, fluency in English, and significant experience in customer service and supply chain management. This full-time position emphasizes sustainability, process improvements, and customer relationships while developing team capabilities. Competitive compensation and a performance-based incentive structure are included. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Finance Manager: Profit, Loss & Budget 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This role will support the Ireland Finance Director in value-based decision making and in the successful delivery of projects both on the Ballina site and across the broader business. The successful candidate will operate in an increasingly fast-paced environment and have a passion for change and the ability to enhance and optimize the performance of the Commercial Product Supply (CPS) Ballina Finance team through Operational Excellence and AI digitalization initiatives. The successful candidate will deputise for the Ireland Finance Director on the Ballina site as required. What You’ll Do For Us Support and manage all aspects of the plant’s financial operations, including: Report on the financial performance of the operations monthly (actual and rolling estimate results) to CPS finance and plant management; meet all submission deadlines. Ensure all financial accounting for the plant is completed to CPS / Corporate requirements, ensuring accurate reporting of monthly financial forecasts and actual results. Ensure value added analysis and narratives are completed for all major variances to plan, and work closely with the budget owners to drive corrective measures when necessary. Proactively identify and communicate risks and opportunities. Support and manage the annual planning process. Manage all Business Planning P&L and balance sheet processes and presentations, ensuring all deadlines met with quality analysis and commentary. Manage timetable and communicate with plant management / planning / procurement staff. Work with site leadership team to ensure key inputs are prepared and approved within CPS guidelines / deadlines. Prepare detailed analyses to assist in communication with Groups and Operating Units (OUs), particularly Region Standards communications and follow up. Support strong control and compliances and work with internal and external auditors. Business Partnering: Manage the financial aspects of non-concentrate business models and any reporting routines. Prepare detailed supply point shift analytics to determine the optimal approach for the Company. Build value-added relationships with internal plant stakeholders and with OU Finance personnel. Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement leveraging AI and new technologies: Coordinate Operational Excellence initiatives in Finance to implement process improvements and standardisation of processes across the plants. Business partnering on the local PMO process driving plant productivity savings projects. Provide finance input to a variety of ad‑hoc and project requests and drive value added initiatives in the plants in conjunction with other functions. Support key strategy projects including SAP upgrade implementation. Qualifications & Requirements Master degree with CA/CIMA/ACCA/CPA qualification or equivalent preferred. 10+ years of prior relevant experience in a medium to large scale manufacturing operation. Detailed knowledge of SAP and integrated manufacturing systems. Demonstrated track record of both internal and external business partnering. Strong leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage senior management. Proven presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence management decisions. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work with sensitive data confidentially. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-standards global environment. Self-motivated and able to deal with ambiguity and change. What We Can Do For You Professional Development: We provide opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in the global finance field. You will have the chance to work with a diverse team of finance professionals and learn from the best in the industry. Global Exposure: As a global company, we offer the unique opportunity to understand and contribute to international finance operations. You will gain exposure to global financial standards and practices, enhancing your professional portfolio. Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, recognising the value that our finance professionals bring to our company. Skills Financial Accounting; Business Partnerships; Leadership; Operational Excellence; SAP S/4HANA; Financial Operations Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 15 Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Finance Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Services #J-18808-Ljbffr
