Our IT delivery and support system are continuously evolving to match the entrepreneurial pace to meet consumer needs. The Director, PLM Tech Lead will partner directly with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and Supply Chain leadership to roadmap desired product lifecycle functionality and deliver scalable digital capabilities.This role has responsibility for end-to-end architecture of the systems within the technology stack and will work closely with other technical architects within the company to transform comprehensive integratedsolutions - specificallyguiding our transition and modernization from legacy platforms (e.g., Oracle Agile P4P) to SAP PLM (Recipe Development & Specification Management) integrated with our Azure data ecosystem. The successful candidate willdemonstratea strongtrack recordof designing scalable PLM architectures, driving cross-functional collaboration, and executing complex data/system integrations
.Key Responsibilities- Work with R&D, Regulatory, and Quality stakeholders to understand business strategy and define enterprise PLM business architecture, including capability maps, value streams, and multi-year roadmaps.
- Work with stakeholders to understand business strategy and define business architecture,inclusive ofartifacts such as capability maps, valuestreamsand roadmaps.
- Act as Technical Product Manager leading the project team that develops and implements the vision and strategy forPLM, Recipe Management, and Master Data technology solutions.
- Identify and define strategic capabilities, technicalarchitecturesand design patterns needed to implement roadmaps. Translate strategic initiatives into delivery-focused initiatives and release plans.
- Peopleleaderand to providearchitectural guidance to IT client engagement leadsforPLM, Recipe Mgmt., and Master Data technology solutions.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technology concepts, vendors, and products. As well asmanagingvendor relationships.
- Lead vendor assessments, security reviews, and compliance audits. Ensure compatibility and integration of products/services within the broader ecosystem.
- Clearly defineobjectives, coordinate with vendors, and lead execution of Proof of Concepts (POCs) and test & learn pilots to investigate issues, accelerate learning and confirm feasibility.
- Understand business needs, definesolutions, produce design artifacts with required functions,interfacesand detailed technical architecture, including system, sub-system, andcomponentdesigns.
- Develop solution alternatives, schedule and cost estimates,proposalsand SOWs for approval.
- Create and deliver presentations to senior leadership in support of technology strategy, investments, and initiatives.
- Lead andfacilitatebusiness process modeling sessions to develop, assess, streamline, redesign andoptimizeprocesses and workflows.
Qualifications & Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science,Engineeringor related field preferred
- 5+ years' experience in managing large scale products or programs, technology, IT architecture experience with architectural oversight or managing dev-ops models.
- Experience in dev-ops delivery/support models as well as iterative software delivery methodologies - Agile, SCRUM, etc.
- Develop,testand deployapp functionalities according to project specifications and development standards
- Experience working onPLMplatforms such as SAPPLM,MDGand Master Data.
- Experience with Azure cloud services, full-stack application development, and product operating model delivery
- Excellent communication, presentation & leadership skills
- Experience in setting architectural direction and successfultrack recordof delivering strategic solutions
Reporting RelationshipsRole reports to Senior Director, Tech & Innovation Technology
The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.
Pay Range:United States of America: 171,000 USD - 198,000 USD
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
Location(s):United States of America
City/Cities:Atlanta
Travel Required:00% - 25%
Relocation Provided:No
Job Posting End Date:August 14, 2026
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.
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Pay Range:United States of America: 0 USD - 0 USD
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
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