Franchise Director ARTDs North – North Zone

Why being part of Coca-Cola

We’re accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in Latin America. People are our focus when we’re collaborating with our diverse network of locally connected bottling partners, and when we’re returning every drop of water we use to communities and nature. We empower our employees to challenge the status quo, make bold recommendations, experiment, and adapt, so we can grow together and make a great business even better. 

This is a Franchise Operations Director for Mexico North; develops short- and long-range objectives consistent with organization guidelines; drives the ARTD's strategic vision; recommends plans and budgets; develops relationships with key constituencies incl. bottlers, internal areas, etc.; contributes to the creation of a holistic business strategy to maximize business opportunities.

What You’ll Do for Us  

• Responsible for the on-going growth through the franchise system.

• Development of short- and long-range objectives consistent with organization guidelines

• Develop relationships with key constituencies included bottlers, etc;

• Increase connection with internal areas, including C&CL, Marketing areas

• Business Development: identify and develop business opportunities and plans, continuous analysis of business opportunities through extensive information, development of the operational plans and calendar to improve business results. Deeply understand Local Consumers and Customers’ needs in Key Channels, to develop plans to increase volume, change package mix and generate more profitability to KO System Business. Analyze issues by packages and develop activities focusing trade, sales force and consumers and work closely with other related areas, such as CCL, Marketing, Technical and Finance resulting in robust plans.

• Communication & Influence: Required to negotiate and compromise to influence internal and external parties to accept concepts, practices, and approaches of the job function. Required to influence executive leadership regarding matters of strategic importance to the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements 

• University Degree (Master or MBA ideally) or equivalent experience.

• English & Spanish fluent

• Alcohol experience desired

• 12 years of prior relevant experience

• Desired Marketing and Franchise/ commercial experience. Recommended Bottler Marketing or Commercial Strategy Experience and Understanding of retail (Modern, Traditional and On Premise channel).

What We'll Do for You

• Global Exposure: Collaborate with world-class leaders and gain access to global best practices and emerging technologies.

• Iconic Brands: Work with one of the most recognized brands in the world and play a key role in shaping its future.

• Learning & Development: Access to robust learning resources, including LinkedIn Learning and leadership development programs, to continuously grow your skills.