This is a senior management role, reporting into the Technical Director - Global Supply Chain and is based at the Glenrothes Distillery in Rothes, Speyside. This role has responsibility for all production and maturation operations at the distillery along with responsibility for Health and Safety and compliance for the entire site including distillery, warehousing, Rothes House and wider estate. The Distillery Manager plays a key role in external stakeholder management and communications - key external stakeholders include local council, landowners, politicians, community groups, SEPA, and regulators. The Distillery Manager also works closely with corporate comms. Further key elements of the role include the protection and sustainability of our operations - ensuring we operate as efficiently as possible as well as exploring and implementing the necessary investments required to meet our sustainability ambitions to be Net Zero by 2030. On site our distillery and estate are key brand assets and this role will be key to developing and implementing our strategic and estate development plans. Working in close partnership with their Global Supply Chain colleagues, Finance, Whisky Making teams and the Estates BU, the role will encompass primary production, cask supply, distillation and warehousing.Being a large production site it is essential to have a solid understanding of the responsibility this entails particularly with regards to the overall health and safety of everyone on site and our operational compliance.Make an Impact To have responsibility for the management and delivery of:
* compliance with H&S, HMRC and environmental regulations.
* Spirit production of the highest quality at a sustainable cost while minimising waste.
* efficient and effective warehousing operations whilst keeping losses to a minimum.
* scheduled production and despatch of new make and mature spirit.
* Lead, coach and develop the Glenrothes production and warehouse teams. Three direct reports and overall Headcount Responsibility for a team of 22.
* Identify and propose improvements in all aspects of production in keeping with a continuous improvement culture in partnership with Global Supply Chain colleagues (e.g. engineering, H&S & compliance and liquid quality)
* Work with engineering and brands teams to oversee the delivery of a high standard of maintenance across the site, ensuring all consumer facing areas are safe, well maintained and aligned to the overall brand agenda.
* Support delivery of the Glenrothes brand strategy working closely with the Estate Brands BU.
Your Talent and Skills Are you an exceptional operational manager with strong leadership skills? You'll have previous experience in production and warehousing, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with health and safety, HMRC, and environmental standards. We need someone with excellent brand knowledge, confident communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders. A degree in a relevant technical field and IBD diploma (or working towards it) is preferred. Understanding regulatory compliance for bulk/hazardous liquids and experience in LEAN operations is a plus.A Place For Everyone We're proud of our inclusive culture - where unique experiences, ideas and perspectives are celebrated. We want everyone to feel respected and empowered to contribute to our success. Get involved. From colleague networks like Balance, Pride and Kick-Start to inclusion allies and DE&I champions, we encourage our people to be curious, get involved and help us make change happen.
Our vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands. The Macallan is our leading brand, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic, The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, and Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category. Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin. Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference. Discover a place where values define our culture. The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.
* Salary £51,000 - £64,000 per annum
* Annual Bonus
* 37 days holiday, plus 4 Giving More volunteer days
* Save for retirement and invest in your future - pension contributions (employee up to 8.75%, employer up to 14%)
* Share in our success with up to 10% Share Reward scheme (subject to eligibility)
* Private medical insurance that covers the cost of private healthcare and includes round the clock access to GP services and menopause health line
* 24/7 support for you and your loved ones to counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
* Experience our exceptional brands with a generous annual product allowance, plus at least 20% discount in our staff shop
* Embrace work-life harmony with 26 weeks' paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and up to five paid carers leave days a year