Director, Supplier Management Program

Coca-Cola

Shanghai, China
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Fluent english and mandarin language skills
10+ years quality systems management experience
Bachelor's degree in food science or related field
** Coca-Cola is seeking a Director for their Supplier Management Program in Shanghai, focusing on supplier quality and food safety management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quality systems management, particularly in the food or beverage industry, and be fluent in both Mandarin and English. **

Job Summary

  • The Director leads supplier quality and food safety management across China, ensuring full compliance with The Coca-Cola Quality System (KORE) and local regulations.
  • This role serves as the primary technical authority for supplier qualification, plant start-ups, and process validation while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Candidates will work in a hybrid setup based in Shanghai, collaborating with suppliers, bottlers, and laboratories to safeguard product integrity and consumer safety.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Coca-Cola is seeking a Director for their Supplier Management Program in Shanghai, focusing on supplier quality and food safety management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quality systems management, particularly in the food or beverage industry, and be fluent in both Mandarin and English. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fluent English and Mandarin language skills
  • 10+ years quality systems management experience
  • Bachelor's degree in food science or related field
  • Expertise in KORE system and GFSI standards
  • Experience with ISO 9001, Lean, and Six Sigma

Nice-to-have

  • Beverage industry background preferred
  • Familiarity with SGP and GPM systems
  • Program measurement and verification experience
  • Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
  • Growth mindset and inclusive culture alignment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, Chemistry, Engineering, or Biology
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive quality systems management experience
  • Fluency in both Mandarin and English required
  • Proven experience in food industry manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of packaging, product, and ingredient quality

Work Rights

Must be based in Shanghai; domestic relocation available

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