Commercial Operations Director - Europe, Africa, APAC, Amsterdam

Position Overview

The Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific Operating Division represents over $1.6bn in net sales. We seek to continuously improve commercial effectiveness across the business through multifunctional integration, commercial capabilities and the tools and processes that are used to activate our brands across the markets. The Commercial Operations Director is the business leader for the EAA division tasked with successfully leading and continuously improving the Global Integrated Business Planning process. This person will be fully accountable for the success of the IBP process. They will also lead the agenda to enhance the commercial effectiveness of the division through successfully developing, implementing and continuously improving a full commercial capability agenda at EAA level, accommodating the varied needs of the markets along their different stages of development and subsequent effectiveness.Responsibilities

IBP ownership Continuous improvement of meeting and process standards, documentation, and systems for Integrated Business Planning Developing needed capabilities in various teams to ensure cross-functional collaboration, decision making, and shared accountability in all IBP process step meetings and pre-meetingsDeveloping&championing cross-functional KPIs to build alignment at all levels in the organization Ensuring accountability for ALL team members to agreed process standards regardless of organizational level or role Implementing full PMO recommendations on IBP Integrating IBP with other processes in the organization to contribute to a fully integrated planning processPartners closely with key stakeholders to implement business strategy, consolidate data, and validate KPI alignment through the IBP Drives the cycle of IBP activity meetings and inputs/outputs, ensuring that functions are prepared and that there is visibility and communication on sales, demand, distribution, and supply trends to support business growth toward longer term objectivesSteps in and steps up, actively contributing as needed to ensure the IBP activity runs smoothly Developing commercial capability curriculum, through engagement with Managing Directors and Commercial Directors for use across all EAA markets Additional ad hoc support to reflect varying stages of development across EAADeployment of commercial capability programs across markets in EAA Lead refresher/revamp of B-F Commercial Way and update for current reality and market span Connection into global L&D function to ensure approach in alignment with global approach Possibility for ad hoc projects related to process and systems infrastructure improvement within EAA General Leads with a continuous improvement mindset as the process evolves across the EAA division Provides timely internal communication to the EAA Leadership TeamsPartners with IT to automate reporting, scenario planning and implementation of commercial capability platforms Develops key relationships within Supply Chain, Customer Service and Global Production teams Provides strategic direction, project leadership and hands‑on tactical support where needed of key commercial initiativesDistributor supply chain efficiency&improvements to partner integration Finding/sharing solutions on slow moving inventory concern New product commercialization input What You Bring to the Table:

10+ years of business experience in the CPG or alcohol beverage industry, including some combination of commercial and operational roles Successful track record building teams, supporting and guiding individual developmental, and fostering organizational influence Ability to set clear milestones and lead projects and structured business processes to positive resultsDemonstrated skills in facilitating cross-functional meetings involving senior executives Effective communication at all levels of the organization and ability to drive accountability in a culturally appropriate manner Job Details

Requisition Type: Employee Management Level: Business Leader Global Job Level: B1 Number of Openings Available: 1 What We Offer

Brown‑Forman Corporation offers equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce. EEO Statement

Brown‑Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown‑Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. Accommodations available upon request including an Interpreter.

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