Bhaktaspirits
Head of Compliance and Quality Control
Bhaktaspirits, Montpelier, Vermont, United States,
Position:
Head of Compliance and Quality Control
Location:
Poultney, VT Position Description:
The Head of Compliance and Quality Control will own and manage the regulatory obligations and quality standards for all distilled spirits activities across sales, marketing, and operations. Company Bio: Founded by visionary entrepreneur Raj Peter Bhakta - also the founder of WhistlePig Whiskey - BHAKTA offers a luxury craft spirits portfolio of limited release Single Vintage spirits and blends, anchored by its ancient and awe-inspiring Armagnac holdings dating back to 1868. BHAKTA Spirits is now home to the largest collection of vintage spirits over the age of 50. BHAKTA Spirits is a global drinks and hospitality brand-building machine, embarking on a mission to help consumers "Find Their Spirit". We aspire to breathe life into our brands and become a hub of connection and camaraderie. Our fast-growing organization seeks a dynamic and experienced Head of Compliance to oversee our compliance and quality assurance initiatives within the distillery. This role is vital in ensuring that our products meet regulatory requirements and exceed quality expectations, reinforcing our brand's commitment to excellence. Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance:
Monitor and interpret local, state, and federal regulations, including the United States Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) and FDA requirements, ensuring adherence to all legal standards related to distilled spirits. Compliance Reporting:
Create and submit on time all TTB-required reports and tax returns. Permits and Label Approvals:
Submit applications and amend all permits or certificates of label approvals (COLA). Quality Control Management:
Develop and implement quality control processes and standards to ensure that all products meet internal and external quality benchmarks. Policy Development:
Create, update, and enforce compliance and quality control policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices and company objectives. Training and Education:
Design and conduct training programs for staff on compliance and quality standards, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Audits and Inspections:
Lead regular compliance audits and quality assessments, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring corrective actions are taken promptly. Collaboration:
Collaborate with the operation, sales, and marketing teams to integrate compliance and quality control throughout all stages of product development, production, sales, and marketing. Incident Management:
Oversee investigations into compliance or quality issues, coordinating with relevant parties and regulatory bodies as necessary. Data Analysis and Reporting:
Analyze compliance and quality control metrics/data and prepare reports for management. Continuous Improvement:
Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, recommending and implementing improvements to compliance and quality processes. Liaison to TTB:
Clear all TTB-suggested improvements and serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day liaising with the TTB. State Registrations:
Oversee and keep up to date on all state registrations for all current products and any new releases. Qualifications
3 to 5 years of experience in compliance and quality control, ideally within the distilled spirits or beverage industry. Extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks affecting the spirits industry, including TTB, FDA, and state regulations. Strong understanding of quality control principles and practices related to distilled spirits production. Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, capable of identifying trends and areas for improvement. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and influence parties at all levels. Proven experience in managing teams and developing training programs. The ideal candidate must:
Be energized by helping our company become the shining example of what good looks like in the world of distilled spirits regulatory compliance. Be able to navigate different levels of conversation from high-level synthesis to deep day-by-day detail. Possess exceptional collaboration and communication skills. Be extremely organized, proactive, and leadership-oriented. Fundamentally value setting and managing expectations across team members. Skills/Attributes
Storytellers:
Must be able to entertain, engage, educate, and captivate consumers of all knowledge bases and backgrounds. Self-Starter:
Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset, willing to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends). Empathy:
Must possess the ability to read others' reactions and emotions on the fly and react appropriately. Trustworthy:
Core principle of the BHAKTA Spirits team. Teamwork:
Willingness to do whatever needs to be done, regardless of whether the task falls within your job description. Business Acumen:
Ability to collect, assess, and interpret relevant information and make sound decisions. Values:
Serve as brand champions for a better way of living. Comprehensive Total Compensation Package
Salary range - $60,000 - $70,000 per year Participation in annual incentive program Technology provided Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package: Health (Company Partially Paid) Life Insurance $50k (Company Paid) 401K (Company Safe Harbor match) Vision & Dental (Employee Paid) Short and Long Term Disability (Employee Paid) Paid Time Off - 15 Days (Accrued) Company Holidays - 12 Days (Annually) Accommodations on campus when rooms are available Access to wellness center on campus (gym, pool, sauna, etc.) Employee Purchase Program - 50% off SRP on company products
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Head of Compliance and Quality Control
Location:
Poultney, VT Position Description:
The Head of Compliance and Quality Control will own and manage the regulatory obligations and quality standards for all distilled spirits activities across sales, marketing, and operations. Company Bio: Founded by visionary entrepreneur Raj Peter Bhakta - also the founder of WhistlePig Whiskey - BHAKTA offers a luxury craft spirits portfolio of limited release Single Vintage spirits and blends, anchored by its ancient and awe-inspiring Armagnac holdings dating back to 1868. BHAKTA Spirits is now home to the largest collection of vintage spirits over the age of 50. BHAKTA Spirits is a global drinks and hospitality brand-building machine, embarking on a mission to help consumers "Find Their Spirit". We aspire to breathe life into our brands and become a hub of connection and camaraderie. Our fast-growing organization seeks a dynamic and experienced Head of Compliance to oversee our compliance and quality assurance initiatives within the distillery. This role is vital in ensuring that our products meet regulatory requirements and exceed quality expectations, reinforcing our brand's commitment to excellence. Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance:
Monitor and interpret local, state, and federal regulations, including the United States Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) and FDA requirements, ensuring adherence to all legal standards related to distilled spirits. Compliance Reporting:
Create and submit on time all TTB-required reports and tax returns. Permits and Label Approvals:
Submit applications and amend all permits or certificates of label approvals (COLA). Quality Control Management:
Develop and implement quality control processes and standards to ensure that all products meet internal and external quality benchmarks. Policy Development:
Create, update, and enforce compliance and quality control policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices and company objectives. Training and Education:
Design and conduct training programs for staff on compliance and quality standards, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Audits and Inspections:
Lead regular compliance audits and quality assessments, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring corrective actions are taken promptly. Collaboration:
Collaborate with the operation, sales, and marketing teams to integrate compliance and quality control throughout all stages of product development, production, sales, and marketing. Incident Management:
Oversee investigations into compliance or quality issues, coordinating with relevant parties and regulatory bodies as necessary. Data Analysis and Reporting:
Analyze compliance and quality control metrics/data and prepare reports for management. Continuous Improvement:
Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, recommending and implementing improvements to compliance and quality processes. Liaison to TTB:
Clear all TTB-suggested improvements and serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day liaising with the TTB. State Registrations:
Oversee and keep up to date on all state registrations for all current products and any new releases. Qualifications
3 to 5 years of experience in compliance and quality control, ideally within the distilled spirits or beverage industry. Extensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks affecting the spirits industry, including TTB, FDA, and state regulations. Strong understanding of quality control principles and practices related to distilled spirits production. Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, capable of identifying trends and areas for improvement. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and influence parties at all levels. Proven experience in managing teams and developing training programs. The ideal candidate must:
Be energized by helping our company become the shining example of what good looks like in the world of distilled spirits regulatory compliance. Be able to navigate different levels of conversation from high-level synthesis to deep day-by-day detail. Possess exceptional collaboration and communication skills. Be extremely organized, proactive, and leadership-oriented. Fundamentally value setting and managing expectations across team members. Skills/Attributes
Storytellers:
Must be able to entertain, engage, educate, and captivate consumers of all knowledge bases and backgrounds. Self-Starter:
Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset, willing to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends). Empathy:
Must possess the ability to read others' reactions and emotions on the fly and react appropriately. Trustworthy:
Core principle of the BHAKTA Spirits team. Teamwork:
Willingness to do whatever needs to be done, regardless of whether the task falls within your job description. Business Acumen:
Ability to collect, assess, and interpret relevant information and make sound decisions. Values:
Serve as brand champions for a better way of living. Comprehensive Total Compensation Package
Salary range - $60,000 - $70,000 per year Participation in annual incentive program Technology provided Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package: Health (Company Partially Paid) Life Insurance $50k (Company Paid) 401K (Company Safe Harbor match) Vision & Dental (Employee Paid) Short and Long Term Disability (Employee Paid) Paid Time Off - 15 Days (Accrued) Company Holidays - 12 Days (Annually) Accommodations on campus when rooms are available Access to wellness center on campus (gym, pool, sauna, etc.) Employee Purchase Program - 50% off SRP on company products
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