Multi Distillery Supervisor

Aultmore & Macduff Distilleries form part of the Bacardi UK Supply and play a key role within Spirit Supply. The Distillery Supervisor supports a range of complex and dynamic processes, including milling, mashing, fermentation, distillation, and bulk spirit handling. These operations require strong technical and leadership expertise to effectively plan workloads and support the delivery of UK Supply goals in line with the organisation’s long-term strategy.

As the Distillery Supervisor – Operations, you will be responsible for driving continuous improvement across production and administrative support functions within the distillery. You will provide day-to-day operational leadership, ensuring production activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with agreed plans. The role also offers exposure to wider operational management responsibilities through planned development activities, including deputising for the Aultmore Distillery Manager as required.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge and experience of whisky production operations and a clear understanding of the demands, constraints, and dependencies involved in delivering production plans and meeting customer requirements. You will be confident in the administrative aspects of manufacturing operations and proficient in standard IT applications, including Microsoft Office. You will be an enthusiastic and proactive leader, contributing to team success through effective planning, clear communication, and the ability to remain flexible and adaptable in a changing operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving both Distilleries annual output targets working as one team to produce consistent spirit quality within budget and in a safe working environment.
• Place orders for all raw materials and consumables, monitoring and reporting expenditure monthly against budget.
• Assist the Aultmore Distillery Manager in all aspects of the job including participating in the “On Call” roster.
• Provide cover for the Aultmore Distillery Manager to include the day-to-day operation and any tasks associated with the distillery.
• You will be involved in the production, storage and handling of feed ingredients and will be fully aware of the animal feeds regulations.
• Assist in the management of all financial, operational, C&E, EHS and SEPA documentation for both Distilleries.
• Participate in UK Supply communication briefings/meetings and help with development issues and other initiatives where appropriate.
• Actively participate in the Continuous Improvement of distillery operators and operations/activities by considering current work practices and suggesting alternatives where appropriate.
• Be fully aware of the financial responsibilities and participate in the forming of the annual distillery budget.
• To communicate clearly with the Aultmore Distillery Manager and operators on an hourly/daily basis.
• Ensure that all relevant samples are taken and dispatched to customers, company laboratory, and external laboratories.
• Promote and reinforce correct Environmental, Health & Safety behaviours through personal example.
• Take action upon any environmental, health and safety matter brought to their notice, and report to their relevant Manager immediately on any matter which they are unable to rectify.

Functional Skills

• Ability to balance and prioritise workloads.
• Ability to work closely with others within the team, but also other internal functions (Finance, Customs Compliance, Production team, etc.).
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and control systems.
• Highly competent in Microsoft Office applications and IT systems in general.
• Recording and sharing of trackers and KPIs relating to their site's operations.
• Understanding and exercising financial and customs compliance requirements in relation to all operations.
• Acting as 1st point of contact for operators regarding correction of any system processing errors, assisting in corrections.
• Drive continuous improvement through improving systems and training operators.
• Contribute to and administer the Idea Generation initiative.
• Assist with the review and administration of Standard Operating procedures and Risk Assessments.
• Ensure all visitors and contractors are fully inducted to the site.
• Good problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Providing cover to other team members and sites when needed and engaging in cross-functional support within the team.
• Valid driving licence.

Personal Qualities

• Capability to work in a seamless team, cross-functionally.
• Honest, reliable, trustworthy and resilient.
• Overall good collaborator and excellent communicator.
• Excellent numeric and literacy skills.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when required.

Experience

We are looking for people who are globally mobile and have aspirations to experience different cultures. Experience in Spirits industry or related FMCG.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become.
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others.
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

• Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: Competitive Pay Package, Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered (i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community), Retirement/Pension Plan.
• Health & Wellbeing: Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies.

The benefits/perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidised. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.