Brewing Manager

  • Department / Function :
  • Manufacturing
  • Location :
  • Wellpark
  • Contract Type :
  • Permanent
  • Working Pattern :
  • Full-time
  • Job Advert Description :
  • The iconic Wellpark Brewery has stood in the heart of Glasgow for over 450 years and is the home of Tennent’s Direct. We are Scotland’s leading brewer-led distributor, supplying venues with all their drinks needs, from fine wine to draught beer and everything in between. Built on a culture of trust, we are committed to doing what’s best for our customers, our people and our world and we’re proud to say that our team know the Scottish hospitality industry better than anyone. With unique insights and experience, we help shape what the nation is drinking.

    About the Role 

    This is a SLT level role leading the Brewing and Filtration teams, covering all elements of the brewing process.

    Key Accountabilities 

    • Lead on recipe design and product development
    • Implement and continuously improve our quality control procedures to ensure our beers exceed expectations
    • Optimise output and advise on new equipment specifications
    • Ensure information and data is recorded and shared with appropriate stakeholders
    • Work with operations to ensure the very best ingredients are sourced in good time
    • Guide, train and support our growing production team
    • Create and maintain a safe and clean environment in line with compliance requirements
    • Report on brewing performance through agreed KPIs
    • Work alongside the management team to execute our product strategy
    • Represent the company at events at home and abroad

    About you 

    • Master Brewer certification (Institute of Brewing and Distilling), with experience of brewing a variety of beer styles
    • Educated to Brewing & Distilling or equivalent
    • Previous brewing experience
    • Demonstrable passion for our brand with the ability to act as a Tennent’s brand ambassador in the media

    About Us 

    Operating through the Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s and Bulmers Ireland brands, the Group has a market leading range, scale and reach including an intimate understanding of the markets it serves. 

    From grass to glass, and everything in between, we grow, brew, manufacture, market, and deliver some of the world’s favourite drinks. C&C Group’s portfolio of owned/exclusive brands include: Bulmers, the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent’s, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; as well as a range of fast-growing, premium and craft ciders and beers, such as Heverlee, Menabrea, Five Lamps and Orchard Pig. 

    We seek to champion and embed sustainability in everything that we do at C&C. While delivering joy to customers, we always shine a light on people and the planet. We have a clear ESG vision delivering to a better world. We respect, support, and develop all our people to be their best, with a focus on results by creating a culture of winning together.

    We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to delivering on our mission. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

    C&C Group (and inclusive companies) do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to any of our roles. For help, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at careers@candcgroup.com. All applications need to come through the candidate portal https://careers.candcgroupplc.com/vacancies/