We are looking for an experienced Operations Director to join the Bruichladdich Distillery Company Ltd (BDCL) Executive Team. Reporting to the CEO, the role is responsible for the running, strategic planning and coordination of the Operations function for the BDCL business. This includes, Bottling, Logistics, Supply & Demand Planning, Quality Control, Compliance & Customer service.
The Opportunity
- Lead the operations function within BDCL at Director level
- Drive strategy and development for this function and be closely aligned with Production, Finance and Marketing Directors
- Provide strategic leadership for the Operations functions and translate the company’s strategic plans into defined operational plans
- Be responsible for managing and delivering annual OPEX budgets
- Manage the direct and indirect costs in the cost of goods sold and make improvements to maintain / or improve the margins
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders
- Build a motivated and high performing team to deliver the Operations strategy, whilst also developing team capabilities in line with personal development plans for individuals
- Be responsible and accountable for all Health & Safety and HMRC and general compliance for Operations
- Maintain a leadership style, befitting of the culture of the business, understand and work in alignment with the broader mission and vision of the company, ensuring synergy and alignment across the portfolio
- Direct line management of the Bottling Hall Manager (based on Islay), the Quality and Compliance Manager (based on Islay), and the Supply Chain Manager (based in Glasgow). Total number of people in the Operations function is 27
The Ideal Candidate
- Expert in Operations at a senior level in the drinks industry
- Values led profile motivated to be part of a purpose led brand business
- Senior leadership team experience
- Proven track record of delivery (strategy & results) within an Operations function
- Proven track record of ability to motivate and inspire teams
- Experienced in operating seamlessly and effectively between senior stakeholders, peers and team members
- High level influencing and persuasion skills
- High level of impact and conviction
- Expert in strategic thinking
- Strong commercial operator with clear P&L management experience
- Ability to manage multi-cultural environments
- Luxury sensitivity
- Global environmental sensitivity
- A convention challenger and innovator
- Ability to travel
- Expert presentation skills (written and oral)
If you would like more information, please get in touch to discuss.