BREWING MANAGER

Short company description

Suntem este cel mai mare producător de bere din România, cu un portofoliu de mărci puternice, cu care ne mândrim și pe care le iubesc milioane de români. Prietenia, pasiunea și dezvoltarea ne însuflețesc pe toți, fie că vorbim de colegii din fabricile noastre (din Brașov, Buzău, Cluj-Napoca și Timișoara), din depozite, de pe teren sau din sediul central din București.

Povestea Ursus Breweries e împletită cu povestea fiecărui om din echipa noastră.

Requirements

• University degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, or Chemistry.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including 3 years in a brewing role and 3 years of proven managerial experience.
• Advanced proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Advanced knowledge in brewing and technical processes.
• Intermediate knowledge of utilities management.
• Expertise in safety, risk, and change management.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Target and quality-driven with the ability to manage large teams and operations.

Responsibilities

Asahi Europe & International (AEI) is part of Asahi Group Holdings (AGH), a global beer, spirits, soft drinks, and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

Ursus is made with people, and we care about our people!

Role Overview:

The Brewing and Utilities Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Brewing and Utilities departments, ensuring that people, plant, processes, and systems achieve business objectives efficiently and effectively. The role requires maintaining compliance with production plans, quality standards, and cost management while driving continuous improvement initiatives

Responsibilities:

Production Management:

• Lead brewing operations to meet specifications and standards, including GMP and HACCP.
• Minimize production losses and optimize process output and capability.
• Ensure utilities availability and reliability for the brewery.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Manage and develop the Brewing and Utilities team, ensuring a healthy working environment.
• Mentor and coach employees to develop competencies.
• Secure effective performance management and maintain positive team relations.

Cost & Resource Management:

• Manage and control fixed and direct costs within the Brewing and Utilities departments.
• Optimize resource allocation, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Develop and manage the CAPEX budget, ensuring accurate cost estimation and financial oversight.

Continuous Improvement & Change Management:

• Lead performance improvements through targeted change processes.
• Implement the Asahi Way and drive systemic performance improvements.
• Apply sustainable development practices aligned with the company's strategic goals.

Safety, Health, and Risk Management:

• Execute safety audits and manage risks to prevent damages and injuries.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and support the GMP and HACCP system.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate regularly with internal and external stakeholders, including OEM representatives, raw materials suppliers, and local authorities.

Requirements:

• University degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, or Chemistry.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, including 3 years in a brewing role and 3 years of proven managerial experience.
• Advanced proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge in brewing and technical processes.
• Intermediate knowledge of utilities management.
• Expertise in safety, risk, and change management.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Target and quality-driven with the ability to manage large teams and operations.

Key Impact Areas:

• Direct control over fixed costs, direct costs, productivity, utilities, and CAPEX.
• Lead and manage a team of direct reports, ensuring efficiency across brewing lines.

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Ursus Breweries, part of Asahi Europe and International, we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.

Other info

Asahi Europe & International (AEI) is part of Asahi Group Holdings (AGH), a global beer, spirits, soft drinks, and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

Ursus is made with people, and we care about our people!