Senior Director II - Supply Chain Operations (Advanced Hydration)

This position will be based at our Atlanta Office Complex (AOC)*The Senior Director II, Supply Chain Category Operations: Advanced Hydration serves as the strategic supply chain partner and primary point of contact for the Advanced Hydration Category, accountable for end‑to‑end supply chain leadership from concept through commercialization and ongoing operations. This role ensures the Supply Chain function has the capabilities, capacity, and resilience required to flawlessly support category objectives, innovation pipelines, and long‑term growth.As a core member of the Supply Chain Category Operations leadership team, this position owns supply chain results for the Advanced Hydration business, translating strategy into execution while influencing enterprise decision‑making. The role balances strategic foresight with operational excellence, consistently setting and exceeding challenging performance goals and driving outcomes across cost, service, quality, innovation, and risk management.This executive leader demonstrates mature confidence and courage, navigates complex organizational dynamics, and adapts leadership style to meet the needs of shifting business priorities. Success requires strong political acumen, the ability to align cross‑functional partners, and a deep understanding of how supply chain decisions impact the broader enterprise.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Business PartnershipServe as the senior supply chain leader and primary liaison to the Advanced Hydration leadership team, ensuring seamless alignment between category ambitions and supply chain strategy.Act as the key point of contact across functional and enterprise partners, including Advanced Hydration Leads, E2E Planning & Forecasting, CCBSS, Engineering, Co‑Pack partners, TI&SC, Quality, Logistics, and other external stakeholders.Build and sustain trusted partnerships with senior leadership to influence strategic decisions, enable innovation, and drive enterprise‑aligned outcomes.End‑to‑End Supply Chain ExecutionLead and oversee supply chain support for annual commercial plans and innovation pipelines, from feasibility through commercialization and scale‑up.Communicate supply chain product, service, and capability developments (e.g., new technologies, supplier strategies, capacity changes) to internal and external partners to inform business strategies and investment decisions.Identify risks and opportunities across the supply network and implement mitigation and optimization strategies to ensure reliable, scalable, and cost‑effective supply.Planning, Performance & Continuous ImprovementOwn Long‑Range Planning (LRP) for the Advanced Hydration category, developing and executing 5–10‑year strategic plans that anticipate economic, technological, regulatory, and social trends.Translate category and enterprise strategy into clear objectives, tactics, and metrics, assigning accountability, allocating resources, and tracking progress to deliver results.Evaluate complex problems, generate strategic options, and make sound, timely decisions aligned with business priorities, supply chain resilience, and team expectations.Financial, Operational & Talent LeadershipDrive operational and financial performance through robust data synthesis, scenario modeling, and end‑to‑end analysis.Lead cost savings and avoidance initiatives using market intelligence, competitive benchmarking, and supplier performance insights.Develop and champion process improvement initiatives across suppliers and internal partners, strengthening system capabilities and external relationships.Establish clear expectations for project and matrix teams, fostering engagement, accountability, and high performance across formal and informal teams.QualificationsEducationBachelor’s Degree requiredMBA or advanced degree preferredExperience10–15 years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, or related functionsProven leadership in complex, cross‑functional, matrixed organizationsExperience supporting innovation commercialization and category or platform leadership strongly preferredCore Capabilities & SkillsStrong ability to synthesize operational and financial data to identify problems, assess tradeoffs, and drive performance improvementExpertise in developing savings and avoidance reporting through market data, benchmarking, and competitive intelligenceExecutive‑level communication skills with proven ability to influence senior leaders and external partnersDemonstrated capability in designing and implementing structured communication routines for large, multi‑stakeholder initiativesDeep experience leading supplier and process improvement initiatives across internal functions and external partnersHigh political and organizational awareness with adaptability in leadership style and decision‑making approachComfort with or openness to leveraging AI‑enabled and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance day‑to‑day work.Leadership CompetenciesStrategic thinking and enterprise mindsetCourageous leadership with sound judgmentBias for action and results orientationAbility to manage ambiguity and competing prioritiesCollaborative influence across levels and functionsThe Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.Pay Range$181,000 - $221,000Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage50Annual 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.Long-term Incentive Reference Value Percentage20Long-term Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role.Location(s):United States of AmericaCity/CitiesAtlantaTravel Required26% - 50%Relocation Provided:YesJob Posting End DateApril 23, 2026Our Purpose And Growth CultureWe 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 reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:50Annual 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.