Director, South Pacific Satellite Lab

Location(s): AustraliaCity/Cities: North SydneyTravel Required:Relocation Provided:Job Posting End Date: June 25, 2024Shift:Job Description Summary:Drive significant innovations in the South region through strategic use of the GDI network; Lead the execution of annual business plans for the ASP South region, ensuring they align with business priorities and optimize GDI resources. Oversee daily operations of the Satellite Lab, and support for talent development. The role is located in Sydney.What You’ll Do for Us:Leverage local consumer insights and internal stakeholder expectations to contribute to pipeline development and ensure the impactful implementation of significant global initiativesWork closely with OU for pipeline/project prioritization and development plan building; Allocate resources effectively within the Satellite Lab, SH site, and global team, while promoting a culture of diversity and inclusionDrive Technology innovation, product solutions and packaging that meet consumer and customer needs through product guidance insights via hands-on or through GDI networkingProactively identify technical challenges in new product introductions, developing and implementing solutionsTransfer the required technical knowledge to manufacturing, marketing communication and sales team driving their technical capacities and business growthManage customer innovation project, governance, and stakeholder engagementHandle knowledge management by maintaining thorough records and reports, contributing to a system that captures, retains, and utilizes all generated or acquired knowledgeManage day-to-day Satellite Lab operations and budgetingDevelop people pipeline, expertise and consumer knowledge developmentQualifications & Requirements:10+ years relevant experience in a multi-national company., in which 3-5+ years are leading projectsMaster degree in Food Science, Agriculture science, chemistry engineering, etc.Outstanding communication skills; Proficient in English (Written and Verbal)Proven experience in product development or research with expertise in category leadershipStrong leadership, management, and influencing skillsKnowledge and understanding of business economics, value chains, risk management, and storytellingAbility to operationalize solutions across cultures and organizational structuresDemonstrated technical competency and credibilityWhat We Can Do for You:You will be part of APAC GDI XLT members, advance technology and career development leveraging our boundary-less networking.Learning Culture: Challenging environment that supports your growth and development. On-job learning opportunities. Access to resources such as Thrive, Coke University, LinkedIn Learning and management programs that give you the resources to continually develop your skills and knowledge.Skills: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 to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.