Director, Digital Transformation Quality & Food Safety

coke; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta seeks a Director of Digital Transformation for Quality & Food Safety to lead enterprise‑scale digital initiatives, AI analytics, and data platforms. You will shape the strategy and partner with global teams to deliver measurable improvements in compliance, risk management, and operational performance.

You will oversee a diverse portfolio, implement Azure Data Services, Power BI, and modern OT/IT integrations, and foster a culture of experimentation and

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading enterprise digital solutions at a global scale.
• 5+ years in Quality, Food Safety, Manufacturing, or Regulatory operations.
• Strong knowledge of Power BI, Azure Data Platform, and AI/ML.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver the digital roadmap for Quality & Food Safety.
• Partner with Corporate QSE, Operating Units, Bottling Partners, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to identify high‑value opportunities.
• Manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of digital products with Agile delivery.
• Implement AI-powered analytics to enable predictive quality models and real‑time decision support.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analytics

Azure Data Platform

Power BI

AI/ML

IoT & Industry 4.0

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Food Science, Information Systems, or Data Analytics; Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Databricks

Microsoft Fabric

OT/IT integrations

Job description

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca‑Cola Company, we are transforming how digital technologies, AI, and advanced analytics redefine Quality & Food Safety for a globally connected beverage system. As part of our Global Digital Transformation & Analytics team within Corporate Quality, Safety & Environment (QSE), this role spearheads the development of state‑of‑the‑art digital capabilities that protect consumers, strengthen brand trust, and enable predictive quality performance.

We are moving from reactive quality management to a future of connected, intelligent, and predictive Quality & Food Safety operations by leveraging cloud platforms, IoT integration, AI-driven analytics, and harmonized data ecosystems.

The Director, Digital Transformation – Quality & Food Safety will lead this evolution, partnering with global stakeholders to shape next‑generation digital solutions, deliver impactful product roadmaps, and accelerate operational excellence across quality processes.

This position is ideal for an innovation‑driven leader with deep expertise in enterprise‑scale digital transformation and a strong understanding of Quality & Food Safety systems. The role offers the opportunity to influence global standards and deliver measurable outcomes that protect consumers and brands while positioning The Coca‑Cola Company at the forefront of digital industrial transformation.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Shape and deliver the digital roadmap for Quality & Food Safety, from strategy through execution, aligning with business priorities to improve compliance, risk management, and operational performance
• Partner with Corporate QSE, Operating Units, Bottling Partners, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to identify high‑value opportunities and deliver solutions at scale
• Manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of digital products, driving Agile adoption, product ownership excellence, and continuous improvement across an integrated portfolio
• Implement AI‑powered and advanced analytics capabilities to enable predictive quality models, anomaly detection, early‑warning systems, and real‑time decision support
• Develop and deliver integrated data platforms using Azure Data Services, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and advanced visualization tools to ensure scalability and governance
• Enable connected manufacturing and Quality 4.0 capabilities through OT and IT integration leveraging IoT frameworks, historian platforms, MES, and unified namespace architectures
• Modernize and optimize Quality Management Systems and related platforms across domains such as HACCP, preventive controls, supplier quality, auditing, laboratory operations, and consumer complaints
• Define success metrics for digital investments, ensuring measurable impact in compliance, quality performance, productivity, brand protection, and cost optimization
• Foster a culture of digital fluency, experimentation, and continuous innovation, championing self‑service analytics and training for global teams
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, influencing decisions through data‑driven insights and strategic risk assessment

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Food Science, Information Systems, or Data Analytics; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years of experience leading enterprise digital solutions, analytics platforms, or technology transformations at a global scale
• Minimum 5+ years working with Quality, Food Safety, Manufacturing, or Regulatory operations in consumer packaged goods or related industries
• Proven track record delivering large‑scale digital transformation projects leveraging Agile and product delivery methodologies
• Strong technical background in Microsoft Power BI, Azure Data Platform, and AI/ML solutions; experience with Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, or Lakehouse architectures a plus
• Familiarity with Manufacturing OT systems, IoT solutions, historian platforms (PI, AspenTech, or similar), and integration of OT/IT environments
• Knowledge of Quality & Food Safety frameworks (HACCP, FSMA, ISO 22000, GFSI) and experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) implementation
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts into business‑relevant insights and influence at multiple organizational levels
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills across global, cross‑functional environments
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and experience balancing innovation with compliance and risk management

What We’ll Do for You

• Provide an opportunity to shape the digital future of Quality & Food Safety across one of the world’s most dynamic and complex beverage systems
• Offer exposure to advanced digital platforms, AI capabilities, and Industry 4.0 technologies implemented at enterprise scale
• Enable collaboration with senior leaders and global experts across technical, regulatory, and data science disciplines
• Support growth and development with access to emerging technology projects, global transformation initiatives, and capability‑building programs that influence the next generation of operational excellence

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills

Agile Methodology, Business Process Modeling, Change Management, Cloud Platform, Communication, Data Flow Diagram, DevOps, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Microsoft Azure Databricks, Microsoft Office, User Experience (UX)

Pay Range

United States: 164,000 - 193,000 USD

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage

30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market‑based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s)

United States of America

City/Cities

Atlanta

Travel Required

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided

No

Job Posting End Date

October 2, 2026

Our 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 Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca‑Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.