Manager, Global Quality and Operational Excellence

Mike’s Hard Lemonade Co.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company is seeking a Manager for Global Quality and Operational Excellence in Vancouver. This role involves developing and executing quality standards across global operations, ensuring consistency and compliance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in quality management within the beverage industry, a strong educational background, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Benefits

Company-matched RRSP contributions

Extended health, dental, and mental health plans

Paid time off

Complimentary gym access

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Quality, with at least 2 years in the beverage industry.
• Strong knowledge of QMS platforms.
• GFSI-certified auditor or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and harmonization of global quality and technical standards.
• Build and implement a global audit program.
• Collaborate with regional quality leads and support QMS expansion.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management Systems

Food Safety

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology

Job description

Manager, Global Quality and Operational Excellence

Job Category: Quality

Requisition Number: MANAG005794

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• Posted: May 20, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Description

Mark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company, built from the ground up by thinking differently, innovating, and doing the unexpected. Our company is rooted in family values, a bold vision, and relentless determination to continuously raise the bar and make a positive difference in consumers' lives. Founded in 1972, we’ve grown from a one-person import wine business into an international drinks company. Our portfolio includes iconic beverage brands such as White Claw Hard Seltzer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Dillon’s Small Batch Distillers, Olé Cocktail Co., and Más+ by Messi, along with luxury wineries in the Okanagan Valley like Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery, and CheckMate Artisanal Winery.

The Role

Based at our Vancouver office, the Manager, Global Quality and Operational Excellence will lead the development, harmonization, and execution of quality standards across our global operations. You will ensure these standards are consistently built and upheld across all business units, with a focus on third-party manufacturing. This role is crucial in shaping our Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring alignment across Canada, the US, and Rest of World (ROW) regions.

• Lead the creation and harmonization of global quality and technical standards, including food safety (HACCP, VACCP) and packaging specifications.
• Build and implement a global audit program, including internal site audits.
• Review and align existing documentation and standards across regions to ensure global consistency.
• Collaborate with regional quality leads, supply chain, product development, and IT to support QMS expansion and documentation in ETQ.
• Support onboarding and training of regional quality teams and corporate hubs; occasional training for co-packers.
• Help define and document processes for integration into the quality system, supporting future system builds.
• Travel approximately 25% globally for audits and site visits.

Who You Are

• Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 7+ years in Quality, with at least 2 years in the beverage industry.
• Experience in beverage, food, or CPG industry is required.
• Strong knowledge of QMS platforms.
• GFSI-certified auditor or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives globally.
• Comfortable working independently and building frameworks from scratch.

What You'll Gain

• Strategic exposure to global quality operations and leadership.
• Opportunity to influence quality standards in a growing organization.
• A collaborative environment with autonomy to lead impactful initiatives.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to hiring, engaging, and growing talented team members at all levels. Our competitive compensation includes a typical salary range of $95,000 - $115,000 annually, plus bonuses. The base pay depends on location, experience, and education.

Our Total Rewards include:

• Company-matched RRSP contributions
• Extended health, dental, and mental health plans
• Maternity & Adoption Leave Top Up and Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave
• Paid time off
• Learning and development programs with resources like Franklin Covey and Lumina

Additional perks:

• Prime Vancouver location (near transit)
• Hybrid work (3 days in-office)
• Complimentary gym access

Join us in building a lasting legacy in the beverage alcohol industry. Apply now!

Mark Anthony Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds eligible to work in Canada. We thank all candidates; only those under consideration will be contacted. Accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.