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Operations Manager– Diageo Baileys

Belfast, Northern Ireland

2-year Fixed Term Contract with potential to be extended.

1st July 2024

About us  

Come be a part of the celebrated legacy at our Baileys Irish Cream site in Belfast!

In Belfast, our Baileys site is dedicated to the iconic Baileys Original Irish Cream with precision and passion. Every step of the process is meticulously driven to ensure the outstanding quality and taste that Baileys is renowned for worldwide.

Our team in Belfast works tirelessly to uphold the legacy of this beloved liqueur, delivering a product that brings joy and indulgence to consumers around the globe.

Join us in Belfast and be part of a tradition of excellence that spans generations.

About the Role

We are seeking a transformative leader to join our team as the Head of Baileys Mallusk Site, a world-class manufacturing and packaging facility producing over 5 million cases of Baileys Original Irish Cream and Sheridan's Liqueur annually.

As the site leader, you will be responsible for delivering outstanding results, driving cost savings, and implementing successful CAPEX improvements while fostering a culture of manufacturing excellence.

With a strong background of inspiring high-performance teams, you will lead by example, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and empowering your team to make informed decisions. With a focus on safety, quality, performance, and people development, you will shape the site's long-term strategy and drive execution across all areas of the balanced scorecard.

If you are a passionate leader with a talent for driving results-driven change, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to leave your mark on one of Diageo's most iconic brands.

About You

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced leader to join our team as the Head of Baileys Mallusk Site.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant subject such as food science, quality, or engineering, or equivalent level of experience. In addition, they will have a strong working knowledge of H&S and E legislation and standards, as well as excellent communication and influencing abilities to develop and sustain robust relationships.

They will have experience in handling people performance, coaching and developing a multi-disciplined team, and will be able to apply proactive problem-solving skills to drive results.

Strong computer literacy and financial awareness are also essential.

Demonstratable knowledge of manufacturing excellence, packaging, lean methodologies, process control, or engineering techniques, and understanding of commercial implications of production and supply chain management would be desirable.

If you have a strong track record of driving results through people performance and are looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced FMCG environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Working with Us

Join us and you can also expect a highly competitive and flexible rewards and benefits package including: annual bonus, six-months paid family leave, share options, product allowance, free parking and contributory pension scheme.

Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo’s purpose of “celebrating life every day everywhere”. This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity.

We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.

Worker Type :

Regular

Primary Location:

Baileys Mallusk

Additional Locations :

Job Posting Start Date :

2024-06-17

With over 200 brands sold in more than 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 talented people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands. From iconic names to innovative newcomers – the brands we’re building are rooted in culture and local communities. Our ambition is to be one of the best performing, most trusted and most respected consumer products companies in the world.

Our founders, such as Arthur Guinness, John Walker, and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. And through our people, their legacy lives on. Join us, and you’ll collaborate with talented people from all corners of the world. Together, you’ll innovate and push boundaries, shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future that we can all be proud of.

With diversity at our core, we celebrate our people's unique passions, commitments and specialist skills. Because when varied voices, mindsets, and personalities come together, great ideas are born. In our supportive culture, your voice will be heard and you’ll be empowered to be you. Just bring your ambition, curiosity and ideas, and we’ll celebrate your work and help you reach your fullest potential.

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