Alan McQuillan
Global Operations Lead Pernod Ricard Projects @Ecospirits
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WORK HISTORY
Global Operations Lead Pernod Ricard Projects @Ecospirits
Closed Loop packaging partner for Pernod Ricards launch of circular economy with core global brands and production across global markets. Change management at HQ level through brands to market co and the creation of new QA framework and operations manual for the ongoing move to circular packaging- Collaborated with a global FMCG spirits manufacturer’s HQ Quality team to design and implement a new auditing framework for pilot projects, enabling effective gap analysis of 3rd-party facilities- Conducted qualitative evaluations of operations for audit readiness and devised corrective action plans to bridge gaps, safeguarding product quality and brand equity- Developed SOPs tailored to global QA and Ops requirements, ensuring operational consistency and mitigation of potential risk- Role provided Director of Operations and Global NPD and assembled dept. heads all visibility for quality, safety, product, logistics, and operations so as to meet requirements and received final approval- Con-current operations across ASIA, EMEA, and AMER regions, managing pilot projects from feasibility to HQ appraisal and approval, pre commissioning and commissioning- Delivered remote and in-person training on QA and Ops for best practices in closed-loop operations to staff and global co-packers- Supported multi-disciplinary teams across safety, innovation, and commercial divisions to align strategic objectives with operational capabilities- Led global pre-commissioning efforts, collaborating with partners to adapt plant specifications and technical requirements prior to manufacture and delivery- Primary technical lead for commercial teams with a \"can do\" approach to fast-tracking project delivery and commissioning- Headed physical plant installations, overcoming roadblocks through hands-on problem-solving and leadership within tight timeframes.
EDUCATION
Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers (CIBD)
General Certificate in Distilling
Goldsmiths, University of London
Bachelor's Degree
Royal College of Art
Master of Arts (M.A.)
ABOUT ALAN MCQUILLAN
Distillation, Operations and Innovation professional with experience and training in spirits production, distillery operations, and product development. Leveraging both hands-on expertise and formal training, I\'m in my element working with flavour and fragrance to develop and manufacture the spirits that people treasure. Track record spans creation of distillery operations from ground up, manufacture of craft spirits, production for FMCG spirits, compliance, quality assurance (including experience in ISO facilities), multi-discipline project work and global quality frameworks. Recent accomplishments include cross team development of \'fit for purpose\' QA framework for Pernod Ricard transition to Circular Economy. Roll out required implementing gap analyses and corrective actions and developing SOPs to ensure compliance within Global Co-Packer network. I enjoy collaborative, multi-disciplinary environments to deliver results and foster a sense of pride in all aspects of the job.
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