Regional Technical Operations Leader - Middle East

The Coca-Cola Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in United Arab Emirates seeks a Technical Operations Director for the Middle East Franchise. The role leads technical operations, drives supply chain excellence, and aligns bottler activities with system-wide goals across designated markets.

A strong track record in FMCG manufacturing and regional leadership is essential. You will collaborate with the Senior Technical Operations leadership to set targets, develop capabilities, and manage complex operations while ensuring

Qualifications

• Min 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations or related food & beverage functions.
• Broad knowledge of Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Production, QSE, SRA, and Commercialization in FMCG.
• Proven track record navigating complex regional manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, governance (KPIs) and commercialization methodologies.
• Familiarity with QSE metrics, operational assessments, and project management tools.
• Expertise in continuous improvement and lean practices across large-scale production.
• Strong planning and organizational skills to drive strategic execution.
• Robust risk-mapping capabilities and strategic problem-solving.
• Willingness to travel at least 40%.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and executional support to franchise units and bottling partners.
• Set ambitious yet achievable targets for bottling plants and guide execution.
• Collaborate with Franchise Operations Managers to build capability and capacity.
• Lead actions to optimize manufacturing costs and yields while maintaining quality.
• Develop and execute productivity initiatives and supply chain contingency plans.
• Coordinate demand and supply with bottling partners and the wider Supply Chain team.
• Support commercialization/innovation plans with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate across technical functions to deliver actionable solutions.

Skills

Technical leadership

Operations leadership

Supply chain

Continuous improvement

Risk management

Project management

Lean

Travel 40%

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company in United Arab Emirates seeks a Technical Operations Director for the Middle East Franchise. The role leads technical operations, drives supply chain excellence, and aligns bottler activities with system-wide goals across designated markets.

A strong track record in FMCG manufacturing and regional leadership is essential. You will collaborate with the Senior Technical Operations leadership to set targets, develop capabilities, and manage complex operations while ensuring