Location(s): KazakhstanCity/Cities: AlmatyTravel Required: 00% - 25%Relocation Provided: NoJob Posting End Date: February 6, 2026Shift:Job Description Summary:The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Director, Supply Chain - CCAR to strengthen system performance across the Eurasia & Middle East Operating Unit (EME OU).This role sits within The Coca-Cola Company and works in close partnership with independent bottlers, TISC leaders, Technical Operation Leaders of Franchise units, Commercial, Finance and OU leadership. The position does not own day-to-day bottler operations, but provides end-to-end governance, performance transparency and value leadership across the system.The role is designed to elevate supply chain from a functional, self-assessed operation to a benchmark-driven, value-creating and resilient end-to-end capability, comparable in rigor and impact to business growth.Role requires to develop & coordinate Sustainable Supply Chain plans and the solutions for CCAR that are cost competitive and efficient for all categories to support OU growth. Understand the business needs, identify opportunities, capture values, define optimum supply chain models for existing categories and to enable future profitable portfolio expansions with new categoriesKey ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Performance LeadershipOwn regional E2E supply chain performance outcomes, including availability, cost, inventory, productivity and resilienceEstablish a clear “best-looks-like” E2E operating model across bottlersDrive fact-based discussions on service, cost, inventory and risk trade-offsIntegrated Business Planning (IBP) GovernanceGovern the effectiveness and maturity of S&OP / IBP processes across bottlersEnsure demand, supply, inventory and value chain perspectives are integrated into decision makingElevate planning quality through scenario-based and unconstrained thinkingNetwork, Capacity & Structural OptimizationLead system-level discussions on network design, cross-border flows, capacity allocation and sourcing footprintChallenge and validate bottler proposals using E2E system economics and risk scenariosAlign supply chain structures with growth, innovation and route-to-market strategiesValue Creation & Productivity StewardshipBuild and govern a regional supply chain value pipeline (COGS, logistics, working capital, complexity)Ensure benefits are quantified, finance-validated and transparently trackedConvert operational improvement into tangible business valueBenchmarking, Data & TransparencyEnforce standard KPI definitions and objective performance measurementReplace narrative reporting with data-driven scorecards and benchmarksEnable OU and bottler leadership to clearly see performance gaps versus peers and best-in-classResilience & Risk/Opportunity LeadershipEnsure robust business continuity and risk mitigation frameworks across bottlersStress-test assumptions and challenge perceived readinessIdentify continuous improvement opportunities throughout E2E supply chain and take necessary actions to support business.How the Role WorksThe role operates through influence, governance and transparency, not direct line authorityPartners closely with bottler COEs, Supply Chain leaders, TISC leaders, Franchise Tech Ops leader, Commercial and FinanceActs as a trusted advisor and challenger, escalating issues when requiredSuccess MeasuresAvailability / OSA improvement across bottlersReduction in total supply chain cost (COGS and logistics)Inventory optimization and working capital releaseImproved capacity utilization and productivityMeasurable value delivery versus committed pipelineIncreased resilience and reduced firefightingQualifications & Experience10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in FMCG / CPG environmentsProven end-to-end supply chain experience across planning, manufacturing and logisticsStrong exposure to Integrated Business Planning (IBP / S&OP) and scenario-based decision makingHands-on experience with planning, manufacturing and logistics tools, such as:Planning / IBP: SAP IBP, SAP APO, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, o9, or equivalentManufacturing: SAP S/4HANA or ECC, MES, OEE systems, TPM / CI digital toolsLogistics & Network: WMS, TMS, network modeling and cost-to-serve toolsExperience operating in matrix or system-based organizations with independent bottlers or franchise modelsStrong analytical, data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into business decisionsExecutive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders without direct authorityWhy Join The Coca-Cola CompanyThis role offers a unique opportunity to shape system-wide supply chain performance across one of the most complex and dynamic operating units globally. You will work at the intersection of strategy, execution and value creation—helping bottlers and the system unlock their full potentialSkills: Communication, Continual Improvement Process, Cost Analysis, Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Principles, Logistics Management, Materials Handling, People Management, Production Planning, Production Scheduling, Product Launches, Purchasing Management, Shipping, Supply Chain Management (SCM), Supply Chain OperationsOur 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 to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
