Senior Manager - Manufacturing Excellence

Diageo; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Diageo in Bengaluru is seeking a seasoned professional to develop strategy and implement processes that drive sustained manufacturing performance improvements aligned with Global Manufacturing Excellence standards. You will lead diverse teams across production, logistics and engineering to enable cost efficiency and quality improvements.

The role requires 5+ years in consumer goods manufacturing, strong change leadership, and a track record of delivering measurable performance gains.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Excellence principles.
• Strong focus on Process Improvement, Waste Reduction, Efficiency Optimization.
• Root Cause analysis and Problem-Solving skills.
• Hands-on applicable experience with demonstrated team leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and sustain culture change.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to Global Supply ManEx processes and leverage best practice standards to improve performance at USL.
• Standardize process improvement approach across units to achieve consistent and sustainable results across the business.
• Sustain improvement of Global Supply.
• Make KPIs against unit level performance targets to eliminate waste and optimize efficiencies, via monthly Make target performance.
• Demonstrate rigor in implementation of Global ManEx processes and standards, via annual alignment review.

Skills

Manufacturing Excellence

Process Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Leadership

Change Management

Communication

Education

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree

MS or MBA preferred

Job description

Job Description : About us

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, Diageo is home to some of the world’s most iconic drinks. From Johnnie Walker and Guinness to Tanqueray, Smirnoff and Don Julio, we craft brands chosen for life’s moments from everyday connections to landmark celebrations. Bring your talent, curiosity and ambition, and strive for your personal best alongside people who challenge, support and learn from each other. Together, as one outstanding team, we keep learning, improving and raising the bar for our brands, our business and each other. Join us and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.

About the Function

Supply Chain & Manufacturing is where our brands are made, moved and delivered to the world. With over half of our people working across more than 100 sites, this is a complex, large-scale operation that brings together production, logistics, engineering and supplier partnerships. It’s fast-paced and hands-on, with teams working together to ensure quality, efficiency and sustainability at every stage. From sourcing ingredients to getting products into customers’ hands, you’ll play a role in delivering the brands people know and love.

About the role

The role is required to develop strategy and implement processes to drive sustained USL manufacturing business performance improvement programs and initiatives, aligned with the Diageo Global Manufacturing Excellence Standards and key measures.

Areas of Responsibility

• Ensure adherence to Global Supply ManEx processes and leverage best practice standards to improve performance at USL
• Standardize process improvement approach across units to achieve consistent and sustainable results across the business
• Sustain improvement of Global Supply
• Make KPIs against unit level performance targets to eliminate waste and optimize efficiencies, via monthly Make target performance
• Demonstrate rigor in implementation of Global ManEx processes and standards, via annual alignment review
• People Management Demonstrate Managerial leadership to develop team against role capabilities Drive Diageo Leadership standards and individual development plan targets, via P4G program.
• Continuous Improvement Guide auditable improvement in employee technical capabilities, understanding of required processes and culture shift with sustained results, via annual unit audits
• Drive implementation of improvement programs and culture change to consistently achieve USL Supply
• Develop and implement a Performance improvement ManEx strategy supporting the USL stretch objectives to deliver the overall Manufacturing strategy, via annual start plan process
• Develop specific manufacturing performance improvement initiatives to optimise cost, eliminate waste and improve operational flexibility

Qualification

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree, MS or MBA preferred.

Experience

5+ years of Consumer Goods manufacturing production improvement experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Thorough knowledge of Manufacturing Excellence principles
• Strong focus on Process Improvement, Waste Reduction, Efficiency Optimization
• Root Cause analysis and Problem-Solving skills
• Hands-on applicable experience with demonstrated team leadership
• Demonstrated ability to implement and sustain culture change
• Best Suited for someone who
• Strong orientation for long-term business performance improvements
• Excellent communication skills
• Track record of outstanding employee development

Working with us

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you, so that you’re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one. We recognise and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package including:

Our purpose

Our purpose is crafting iconic drinks chosen for life’s moments. And it’s our people, with their different experiences, perspectives and talents, who make that possible. We value diversity in its broadest sense and want everyone to feel they can belong, contribute and strive for their personal best. You’ll work alongside people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives — challenging, supporting and learning from one another as one outstanding team. Together, we’re constantly learning and improving, combining the strength of our people, capabilities and iconic brands to raise the bar, grow and win. Wherever you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, make an impact and play your part in making life’s moments mean a little more.

Ready to bring your best?

Ready to bring your best? This could be your opportunity. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.

About Diageo

With more than 200 brands sold in over 180 countries, we are home to a diverse portfolio of drinks enjoyed around the world. Every day, our talented colleagues bring creativity, expertise and passion to the brands people know and love. From established favourites to exciting new launches, the brands we build are shaped by culture, connected to local communities and made for life’s moments. By understanding our consumers and building strong, trusted relationships with our customers, we help our brands remain relevant, distinctive, and accessible. Our founders, including Arthur Guinness, John Walker and Charles Tanqueray, were visionary entrepreneurs whose ambition and ingenuity helped shape the drinks industry. Today, that pioneering spirit lives on through our people. Join us and you’ll work alongside talented colleagues from around the world, bringing together different perspectives, experiences and specialist skills. Together, you’ll challenge convention, explore new possibilities and help shape a more inclusive and sustainable future. You’ll be empowered to learn, grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact.

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