VP of Brewing and Quality

VP of Brewing and Quality

Job Summary: This position is responsible for leadership, direction, improvement and oversight of the Quality of our Products and the production brewing process within the Supply Chain Team. This position is responsible for strategic thinking, financial performance, and Key Performance Indicators in the area of Brewing and Quality. They are a member of the Supply Chain leadership team and participate as an active member in strategic planning, one to five year planning, and other responsibilities related to being a member of this team.

Essential Duties:

• Leads the strategic development of the one-to-five-year plans for both the Brewing and Quality teams while providing input and expertise into the overall Supply Chain one-to-five-year strategy.
• Leads the members of the Brewing and Quality teams from their direct reports through the front-line team members. They must be present, interact and lead all members of the team throughout the network of breweries and distribution centers.
• Mentor and support all members of the New Belgium team on all Quality communications, resolutions, or concerns.
• Identifies & prioritizes production process improvement and efficiency opportunities, driving development and implementation of plan to achieve objectives.
• Oversees optimization of existing recipes, directing team on testing, analysis, process, problems, etc; ensure that product development activities align with the goals of the organization
• Leads the brewing and quality assurance team on safety and quality analysis, ensuring clear responsibilities and accountability.
• Leads the team that directs and oversees raw material and vendors; assesses cost, evaluates quality of ingredients, and manages relationships; makes recommendations on the potential and practicality of products in development
• Manages budget and team expenditures; recommends and approves purchasing decisions including equipment, materials, etc.
• Lead, coach and mentor staff including performance reviews and personal development; oversee all personnel management issues (hiring, training, corrective action, problem resolution)
• Works collaboratively with other departments within New Belgium to support process improvements and project work.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of personnel within the organization, including presenting information and responding to questions from various individuals and groups or managers, clients, customers, and the public
• Lead major project and/or focused improvement efforts
• Assign personnel to various projects and prioritize the allocation of resources
• Prepare, monitor and adjust operational budgets
• Prioritize and justify capital expenditure requests
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Education/ Experience/Skills:

• Excellent leadership and proven ability to lead and motivate team members throughout a large organization
• Proven decision making and analytical skills along with strong financial acumen
• Bachelor's or greater in a Science or Engineering field, and 10+ years of related work experience
• 5+ years' experience in a production brewery
• Developed and proven knowledge of brewing including raw materials, supplies and industry
• Comprehensive understanding of the brewing process and extensive knowledge in beer production

Percent of Travel: 30%

Working Conditions: Production Environment, Office

Wage information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is Bell's and New Belgium's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, or other position-related reasons.

Starting Salary Range: $160,000.00-$220,000.00

All Full time Coworkers at Bell's and New Belgium enjoy the following benefits after one calendar month of employment: Medical & Dental Insurance (options available for dependents), Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, PTO, 401k Match, Paid Caregiver Leave, and Profit Sharing. Details will be shared, and questions answered during our interview process.

EEO Statement
Bell's and New Belgium welcomes all. We are committed to building an environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive within our own walls and amidst the entire craft beer community.

Bell's and New Belgium strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender identity and expression (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.