About Loca Loka

Loca Loka is a bold, globally emerging premium tequila brand, crafted with authentic Mexican soul and international flair. As we expand our global footprint across major spirit-forward markets, we're on the lookout for a face that not only represents the brand, but lives it.

Check out Brand profile: www.localokalife.com

Role Overview

The Vice President - Operations (Global) will lead end-to-end operational strategy and execution across international markets for a growing multi-category alcobev portfolio. This role will oversee sourcing, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, regulatory compliance, and global distribution to ensure scalability, efficiency, and consistency as the organization expands into new products and geographies.

The position plays a critical role in building strong operational foundations that support business growth while protecting brand integrity across spirits, wines, RTDs, and future beverage categories.

Key Responsibilities

Global Operations Strategy

- Define and drive global operations strategy aligned with business growth plans

- Oversee end-to-end operational workflows from sourcing and production to distribution

- Build scalable systems and processes to support expansion across markets and categories

- Ensure operational readiness for new product launches and market entries

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Management

- Manage global supplier networks including manufacturers, bottlers, packaging vendors, and logistics partners

- Lead demand forecasting, production planning, and inventory management

- Drive efficiencies in procurement, warehousing, and distribution

- Ensure continuity of supply while optimizing cost and working capital

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

- Ensure adherence to international alcohol regulations, excise laws, labeling standards, and quality certifications

- Coordinate with legal and compliance teams for audits, licensing, and documentation

- Stay ahead of regulatory changes impacting operations across markets

Quality & Brand Integrity

- Establish quality control frameworks to ensure product consistency across batches and regions

- Work closely with production partners to maintain brand standards

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operational processes

Financial & Performance Management

- Develop and manage operational budgets

- Monitor KPIs related to cost efficiency, service levels, productivity, and margins

- Identify opportunities to improve profitability without compromising product quality

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams to align operations with commercial objectives

- Support channel strategies including retail, on-trade, travel retail, and emerging platforms

- Provide operational insights for strategic decision-making.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

- Build and lead high-performing global operations teams

- Manage relationships with external partners, suppliers, and distributors

- Present operational updates, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong understanding of global alcobev operations and supply chain management

- Deep knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks across markets

- Expertise in production planning, vendor management, and logistics

- Strategic mindset with strong execution capability

- Financial acumen and experience managing large operational budgets

- Ability to lead cross-cultural teams and global stakeholders

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Excellent communication and executive presence

Preferred Experience

- 5+ years of experience in operations within alcobev, beverages, or FMCG

- Proven track record of managing multi-country operations

- Experience handling multi-category product portfolios

- Exposure to premium or fast-scaling global brands

- Experience supporting international market expansion