Job - Head of Brand Change & Innovation, Baileys
Help transform our business as we take our brands to new heights and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
Job Description
About the Function
Our Supply Chain and Manufacturing team are problem-solvers, sourcing, producing, and delivering our much-loved brands to delight customers around the globe. Over half of Diageo's 30,000+ people work in Supply Chain and Manufacturing. It's an intricate and sophisticated operation that's the product of logistical, manufacturing, and technical collaborations.
We have teams in 100 sites in over 30 countries covering production facilities, supplier relationships, customer collaborations and third-party agreements. We're committed to realising our 'Society 2030: Spirit of Progress' goals, to protect the environment and support our farmers and suppliers. Whatever your skills and experience, we'll help you to thrive in our inclusive culture.
Role Context
This is a key role within the Baileys Category leading the team that delivers global Brand Change and Innovation projects for Baileys Original Irish Cream & Flavours, Sheridan's, Value Brands and Roe & Co Irish Whiskey and range extensions. The team consists of 20 Supply Project Managers and Liquid Development experts, who deliver approximately 5-10 major innovation projects and 40-50 other projects each year.
You will report to the Head of the Baileys Category and be responsible for providing expert technical input to the Baileys Category. Your key objective will be to deliver the strategic Baileys Category Innovation plan, which includes New Product Commercialisation, Brand Value Engineering and Sustainability projects for both packaging and liquid.
The following are some of the projects your team would be expected to manage:
1. New to world liqueurs
2. Range extensions to current parent brands
3. Develop partnerships with 3rd party research organisations and suppliers.
4. COGs reduction of up to €1m p.a.
5. Sustainability projects which support the delivery of the Diageo Society 2030 Goals
Key Responsibilities
Your success in the role will depend on your ability to develop plans and deliver results in a fast-changing business environment, and coordinate across several functions within and outside the Category. This will be largely realised through the achievements of your team and the effective management, control and deployment of resources to deliver against the Innovation growth ambitions.
Management of a team of SPMs (Supply Project Managers) and Liquid Technology Experts who deliver concept development, commercialisation and roll-out.
Cross-functional working with GBT (Global Brand Team), Markets, Procurement, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain etc to deliver Innovation, Renovation, Packaging Change, Legal/Regulatory and Diageo Corporate projects.
Provide support as required to other areas of the Baileys Category – including procurement, operations, quality, governance.
Cross-functional working with liquid development, suppliers, and other areas of Diageo Supply and Technical.
Team Development
Close working with central technical function to implement new systems and processes in relation to Brand Change project management and delivery.
Member of the Baileys Category Leadership team.
Experience, Skills & Capabilities Required
Technical expert within Dairy.
Experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team, with the ability to manage, provide leadership and cut through in the face of ambiguity.
Successful candidates will have technical experience and performance leadership skills, dynamic cross-functional interaction and effective project management, communication and influencing skills.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
Minimum primary degree in Sciences, Business, Manufacturing Engineering. Degree in Food/Dairy Science is an advantage.
Working with Us
Flexibility is key to success in our business and many of our people work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time, compressed hours, and flexible location.
We offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
1. Contemporary work life balance policies and wellbeing activities
2. Contributory pension scheme
3. Annual bonus
We believe the most diverse and inclusive culture makes for a better business and a better world.
We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realise its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base.
We value each other and celebrate different perspectives. In our inclusive culture, you'll have the backing you need to test new ideas and learn from them. Harness your passion and desire to grow as you make your mark. Let's unlock a brighter, more exciting future together.
About Us
With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Every day, over 30,000 dedicated people come together at Diageo to create the magic behind our much-loved brands.
We believe the diversity of our organisation, coupled with a relentless pursuit of excellence, enables us to achieve remarkable things.