Posted
04-Dec-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
Spain
Location
Barcelona
Function
Supply & Logistics
Reporting Line
Director, Market Supply Chain West Europe • Supply Chain
On-site/Remote
On-site
Level of experience
Professional (Management)
Contract type
Permanent

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Your opportunity
An exciting opportunity to be a part of a global team as a subject matter expert in EUROPE. You will be responsible for ensuring that our products comply with the legal and quality standards stablished by the authorities in the region. You will be updating on the regulatory environment in our region and will build a network with our distributors to ensure that you have the most recent information, and we can proactively prepare to normative changes. You will ensure that all our innovation is compliant with local regulation and will manage the product registration process for the markets that require it. 

About you
You have strong functional expertise, you are independent, action oriented and self-learner. You are ready to innovate and set processes, connect with your stakeholders, customers and peers across the globe; and you are able to influence the organization to implement new ways of working. You have strong communication skills and the capacity to stablish synergies between functions and markets. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

With our consumer at the heart your key focus will be
  • Single point of contact in EUROPE for Normative and Regulatory matters relating to the EU and UK. You will keep updated on the regulatory environment in the region and will drive the technical regulatory agenda for EU & UK. The role is part of a larger team of regulatory specialists in Bacardi.
  • You will clearly define and establish efficient ways of working across EUROPEAN & UK markets between yourself and local supply chain teams. You will manage the product registration process for the region, including selecting and managing the relationship with third parties in charge of the process in specific markets. 
  • You will be the point of contact for any TRN (Technical Regulatory Network) topics, including: packaging and formula changes, labelling approval, regulation changes management and communication. 
  • You will ensure that the labelling done in the region is compliant will the regulation by partnering with our Distributors and local advisors, as well as obtaining governmental approvals where applicable, for example in monopoly markets.
  • You will be the point of contact for our market teams in all the topics regarding audits, documentation requirements from authorities, etc and you will canalize the requests to the areas involved. 
  • You will connect internally to be prepared for innovation or labelling changes that can impact the region. 
  • Responsible for identifying, proposing, and implementing improvements and efficiencies in areas of complexity, for example in portfolio harmonization.
  • Responsible for keeping development teams updated with recent changes in label requirements. 
  • Proactively keeps market regulatory representatives and/or approvers informed in case of any changes to TRN database.
  • Proactively owns the communication and advises in the case of product complaints with strong collaboration with legal team.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

The skills and experience needed to create your legacy
  • University degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry or other related fields.
  • Strong knowledge of Food related regulations in Europe, including process and ingredient assessment.
  • 5 years of experience in Technical Regulatory positions in food or beverage industry.
  • Regional expertise in EUROPE.
  • Understanding of regional product registration processes, including GS1 standards.
  • Fluent in English, other languages especially German are a plus.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly and concisely present information.
  • Proficiency in all MS-Office applications and the ability to quickly learn the use of internal systems.
  • Organizational skills in planning, strategizing, managing, and monitoring regulatory changes. 
  • Ability to exercise sound judgement and make decisions independently to proactively identify and solve problems.
  • Ability to work in an organized, methodical, and self-motivated manner. 
Personal qualities
  • Strong team player
  • Self-learner and passionate for being updated in your field of expertise.
  • Analytical and challenging mindset
  • “Can do” attitude, willing to challenge the status quo.
  • Ability to communicate with people from different areas and backgrounds, willingness to instruct and share knowledge.
  • Ability to form new professionals starting their careers.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Influencing and problem solving skills.
  • 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. Authentic, approachable, empathetic, and inclusive style of communication & collaboration, with the ability to work with diverse, geographically spread teams across multiple time zones.
  • 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. Rigour in execution of customer service activities and able to deliver with brilliance at pace. Integrity and hunger to be part of a winning team - working in close collaboration with other operations department towards a common goal 
  • 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. Tenacity and resilience to work through challenging hiring needs and multiple competing agendas in high demand/high speed situations 

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 WITH 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
  • Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements (depending on role/office/site location)
  • Access to E-learning Platforms and Career Development programs
  • Travel Discounts ( i.e., hotel and car rental)
  • And much more!
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.

Be a Part of Our Culture

BE                  Fearless

We empower our teams to question, challenge and innovate.

This means adopting an agile mindset, being comfortable with trying new things and taking risks, without being reckless.

BEHAVE LIKE Family

We treat each other, and our communities, like family. Always.

We are all ‘Primos’ (Spanish for cousins) at Bacardi. Being part of the family gives you the support you need to be the best you can be.

THINK LIKE A Founder

The spirit of entrepreneurship is at the heart of everything we do.

Everyone at Bacardi sees this business as their own. We do the right thing for the business and take accountability for our work.

LIFE INSIDE BACARDI Career Stories

Be Fearless, act like a Founder.

Follow our Primos on their journey to success. Where did they start and what’s it like to work for Bacardi? You too can be part of our story.

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