Vacancies at The Coca-Cola Company

Role Location and Description:

• The specific location of these positions and whether relocation benefits are provided will be discussed at the time of offer. In cases where relocation is offered, the current mobility policies of the company will apply. Please note that all policies are subject to possible amendment, revision, or discontinuation at the sole discretion of the Company.
• We are leading a transformation in marketing procurement, and The Coca-Cola marketing organization stands as a global exemplar. We are in search of an agile, well-connected manager to lead the next chapter in how we approach our agency relationships.
• The GMP Studio X Champion for The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC) will operate as an integral part of the Global Marketing Procurement (GMP) Organization. This role will work closely with marketing teams at global, category, and Operating Unit (OU) levels, as well as with PACS teams and FDS in support of Marketing stakeholders. Additionally, the role will involve collaboration with our Agency Network Partner WPP through Open X and Studio X Hub(s).

Role Description:

• As part of the global Studio X network, support the development of Studio X’s future agenda, incorporating new capabilities and technologies.
• Ensure effective management of Studio X to align with our marketing needs and the global vision of streamlining, standardizing, and digitizing work processed through Studio X, resulting in exceptional value and the efficiency of marketing work and resources.
• Oversee all aspects of Studio X, including leading OU Studio X operations and implementing the OU Studio X agenda while integrating it with the global Studio X network.
• Take ownership of OU Studio X activities, which includes integrating multiple capabilities and ensuring the adherence to established ways of working and tools to execute the Studio X agenda.
• Continually assess and track the performance of Studio X.
• Define and operationalize the Studio X capacity based on aligned workload volume and OU calendar prioritization to execute crucial marketing programs for OUs and global charters. Collaborate closely with key stakeholders, particularly the OU IMX lead, Marketing Operations & Capabilities team.
• Support the Agency Operations Lead by ensuring that all Studio X projects are submitted to Workfront.
• Collaborate with Marketing Ops and Capabilities on internal engagement and communication strategies.
• Coordinate with Marketing Platform Services at the OU level regarding key services and SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and assist in troubleshooting.
• Set and communicate performance expectations with WPP and serve as an escalation point to resolve issues.

Organizational Impact:

• This role has a global reach and may often be required to support other OU teams.
• It involves executing a global strategy and recommending strategies and plans that directly impact results.
• As an individual contributor, you will operate with significant autonomy within a complex environment and serve as a subject matter expert within the organization. You will also manage large projects or processes.
• You will represent the function of marketing procurement internally and externally, promoting a progressive, modern, and dynamic approach to business.

Innovation & Complexity:

• You will be responsible for enhancing processes, systems, or products to optimize performance.
• Solving complex problems by identifying root causes and modifying solutions is a key aspect of this role.
• Effective collaboration across multiple functions and as part of a global team is required.
• You should be comfortable with data and capable of presenting it in a way that is easily understood within the business and drives action.

Communication & Influence:

• You will frequently communicate with parties both within and outside your job function to influence and manage performance.
• This role will often require communication with external parties.
• Effective communication with marketers is essential.
• Collaboration with OU leaders and other capability managers to adopt standards and ways of working for the team is expected.

Behaviors:

• This role emphasizes the ability to work across functions and teams, always considering the bigger picture.
• It requires taking ownership of results and collaborating effectively with others to achieve end goals.
• Open-mindedness, a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation, and the ability to constructively challenge and build trusted relationships are essential traits.
• A positive mindset, curiosity, a hunger for learning and growth, and a commitment to developing both oneself and others are valued.
• An entrepreneurial mindset is key, allowing you to work at a fast pace and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to manage workload independently is crucial.

Skills & Experience:

• A strong understanding of digital and data technologies to enhance production platforms is expected.
• Insight into how the production industry operates and a deep knowledge of the field, including key players and future trends, are essential, given the nature of Studio X’s work.
• Experience working closely with marketing teams and partnering to deliver exceptional value-driven results is a significant advantage.
• The ability to adhere to clear working processes and scopes of work, ensuring flawless delivery, is important.
• Proficiency in understanding financial models and translating business requirements into implementation plans is a valuable skill.
• Collaboration as part of a virtual global team to deliver results and share best practices is essential.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly the ability to use data and apply robust analytics to model various business scenarios, analyze cost implications, assess impacts, risks, and benefits, and recommend business solutions, are critical.
• Familiarity with reading, editing, and interpreting contractual documentation and managing contract performance is beneficial.
• A minimum of 9+ years of work experience in commercial marketing, creative business, procurement, or a related field is required. Knowledge of the technical aspects of marketing is highly preferred.

Education Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree in a related field is required.