Senior Manager, Warehouse and Production (Freestyle)

delivers operational KPIs (USLE, OEE, On-Time Delivery, Case Fill), and strengthens departmental performance through continuous improvement and cross-functional alignment with Quality, Supply Planning, Engineering, and Logistics.

Key Responsibilities and Position Related Duties

Production Leadership

• Lead execution of all Freestyle production activities to ensure consistent output and asset reliability.

• Ensure production lines operate according to safety standards, KORE requirements, and GMP expectations.

• Align labor, materials, and equipment to meet throughput and OEE targets.

• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering on downtime, root-cause analysis, and equipment performance.

Warehouse & Distribution Operations

• Oversee inbound/outbound warehouse activities including shipping, receiving, staging, and finished goods.

• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment by aligning manpower and inventory availability.

• Enforce warehouse safety, security, and compliance standards including CTPAT.

• Review customer orders and ensure proper equipment and warehouse utilization.

Inventory Management

• Direct all inventory control functions including cycle counting and SAP accuracy.

• Oversee material movements and SAP transactional integrity.

• Minimize obsolete inventory and support improvements in planning accuracy.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Supervisors and hourly associates.

• Provide feedback, performance management, and succession planning.

• Foster an inclusive culture grounded in safety and continuous improvement.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with KORE Quality Systems, GMP, ISO, OSHA, and regulatory policies.

• Conduct facility audits, safety inspections, and ensure preventive actions are implemented.

• Support quality deviation investigations and corrective actions.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean, 5S, and CI initiatives to drive performance improvements.

• Maintain warehousing and production procedures for efficiency and compliance.

• Evaluate and manage performance of OEM and logistics partners.

• Communicate operational KPIs to plant leadership.

Financial & Business Management

• Manage departmental expenses and budget targets.

• Use data and SAP reporting tools for decisions on productivity and cost.

• Identify cost-saving initiatives and operational improvements.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• 3 years of production, warehouse, or inventory management experience.

• Minimum 2 years leadership experience preferred.

• Strong SAP proficiency.

• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

• Knowledge of GMP, OSHA, and KORE standards.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• People Leadership & Coaching

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Warehouse & Production Management

• SAP Inventory & Materials Management

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Lean/5S/Continuous Improvement

• Project Management

• Microsoft Office proficiency

The 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:
$127,500 - $135,000

Base 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.

Location(s):
United States of America
City/Cities:
Atlanta

Travel Required:
00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:
Yes

Job Posting End Date:
April 29, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We 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.

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