Posted
18-Oct-2024
Job type
Full time
Country
United Kingdom
Location
Aberfeldy
Lead recruiter
Magdalena Krasuska
Function
All Operations
Reporting Line
Distillery Manager
On-site/Remote
On-site
Level of experience
Professional (Management)
Contract type
Permanent
YOUR OPPORTUNITY
What Does a Distillery Supervisor Do?

Aberfeldy Distillery is part of the Bacardi UK OC (Operations Centre) and is a key part of Spirit Supply, comprising of dynamic processes such as Milling, Mashing, Fermentation, Distillation and Bulk Spirit Handling. These operations are complex and require expertise to help shape the workloads and propel us in attaining our UK OC goals and visions in line with the organisation’s long-term Best 10 strategies.

About You

As the Distillery Supervisor for operations, the Supervisor will look to continuously improve the production and administration support to the distillery, the role holder will also be exposed to experience of operational management through planned activities, to include deputising for the Distillery Manager as and when required.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of operations relating to whisky production and understand the various needs and constraints in delivering against production plans and customer requests.

He / she will be familiar with the administrative side of manufacturing operations as well as being proficient in standard IT applications such as Microsoft Office.

This person will be enthusiastic and proactive, actively contributing to the success of the team by carefully planning to the needs of the business, while remaining flexible and adaptive.
RESPONSIBILITIES
With our consumer at the heart your key focus will be
Assist in achieving distillery annual output targets working as one team to produce consistent spirit quality within budget and in a safe working environment.
Place orders for all raw materials and consumables, monitoring and reporting expenditure monthly against budget.
Assist the Distillery Manager in all aspects of the job including participating in the “On Call” roster.
Provide cover for the Distillery Manager to include the day to day operation and any tasks associated with the distillery.
You will be involved in the production, storage and handling of feed ingredients and will be fully aware of the animal feeds regulations.
Assist in the management of all financial, operational, C&E, EHS and SEPA documentation for the distillery.
Participate in JDSL communication briefings/meetings and help with development issues and other initiatives where appropriate.
Actively participate in the Continuous Improvement of distillery operators and operations/activities by considering current work practices and suggesting alternatives where appropriate.
Be fully aware of the financial responsibilities and participate in the forming of the annual distillery budget.
To communicate clearly with the Distillery Manager and operators on an hourly/daily basis.
Ensure that all relevant samples are taken and dispatched to customers, company laboratory, and external laboratories.
Promote and Reinforce correct Environmental. Health & Safety behaviours through personal example.
Take action upon any environmental, health and safety matter brought to their notice, and report to their relevant Manager immediately on any matter which they are unable to rectify
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
The skills and experience needed to create your legacy

Functional skills:
Ability to balance and prioritise workloads
Ability to work closely with others within the team, but also other internal functions (Finance, Customs Compliance, Production team, etc.)
Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and control systems
Highly competent in Microsoft Office applications and IT systems in general
Recording and sharing of trackers and KPIs relating to their site's operations
Understanding and exercising financial and customs compliance requirements in relation to all operations
Acting as 1st point of contact for operators regarding correction of any system processing errors, assisting in corrections.
Drive continuous improvement through improving systems and training operators
Contribute to and administer the Idea Generation initiative
Assist with the review and administration of Standard Operating procedures and Risk Assessments
Ensure all visitors and contractors are fully inducted to the site
Good problem solving and analytical abilities
Providing cover to other team members and sites when needed and engaging in cross-functional support within the team
Valid driving licence
Personal Qualities
Capability to work in a seamless team, cross-functionally
Honest, reliable, trustworthy and resilient
Overall good collaborator and excellent communicator
Excellent numeric and literacy skills
Lives the 3 F’s – Fearless, Founder’s Mentality, Family
Willingness to travel to other sites when required
Other
We are looking for people who are globally mobile and have aspirations to experience different cultures.
Experience in Spirits industry or related FMCG
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
Health & Wellbeing
Additional Benefits
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.