Director, Capability Acceleration

At The Coca‑Cola Company, we are driven by our purpose to refresh the world and make a difference. As a global organization operating across diverse markets, our ability to continuously evolve depends on the strength of our people and the capabilities they bring to deliver our growth ambitions. We are committed to building a future‑ready workforce equipped with the skills, mindsets, and tools needed to succeed in an increasingly complex and digital world.

The Director, Capability Acceleration plays a critical role in advancing this agenda by designing and delivering high‑impact capability solutions aligned to business priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director, Capability Acceleration, this role focuses on translating enterprise capability strategy into scalable, actionable programs that enable individuals, teams, and functions to perform at their best.

This role is ideal for a strategic and execution‑focused leader who brings a strong background in capability building, learning innovation, and stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will excel at connecting business needs to practical solutions, leveraging modern learning approaches, and driving measurable outcomes through capability investments. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and People & Culture partners to ensure capability development is integrated into how we grow and develop talent across The Coca‑Cola system.

What You’ll Do for Us

Strategy Translation & Capability Planning

Translate enterprise capability acceleration strategy into clear, actionable roadmaps and programs that address priority capability gaps

Contribute to the evolution of capability frameworks by incorporating feedback, insights, and external market trends

Stakeholder Partnership & Talent Integration

Partner with business leaders and People & Culture teams to identify capability needs and co‑create scalable solutions aligned to functional and regional priorities

Collaborate with People & Culture to embed capability development into core talent processes such as performance management, succession planning, and workforce planning

Program Design, Delivery & Partnerships

Design and deliver innovative capability programs that leverage digital platforms, experiential learning, and on‑the‑job development

Build and sustain relationships with internal and external learning providers to deliver high‑quality, scalable solutions

Future‑Ready Skills & Culture

Support the integration of future‑ready skills, including digital fluency, artificial intelligence, data literacy, and sustainability, into capability initiatives

Champion a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and growth mindset within supported functions or regions

Governance, Measurement & Impact

Establish and manage program governance, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business expectations

Track and analyze key performance indicators to assess program effectiveness, learner engagement, and business impact

Influence stakeholders and support change management efforts to drive adoption and sustained impact of capability initiatives

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field

8+ years of experience in capability development, learning and development, organizational development, or talent management

Proven experience designing and delivering capability programs with measurable impact on business performance

Strong understanding of modern learning methodologies, including digital learning, blended approaches, and experiential development

Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into scalable, practical development solutions

Experience working in a matrixed environment and collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders

Strong project and program management capabilities, including planning, execution, and governance

Data literacy skills, with the ability to analyze capability metrics and translate insights into action

Familiarity with artificial intelligence and digital tools in learning and workforce development

Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a fast‑paced environment

Commitment to creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences that support diverse talent

Core Capabilities

Strategy Translation & Capability Planning

Strategic Translation – Ability to convert enterprise capability strategy into clear, prioritized roadmaps and actionable programs

Capability Planning & Prioritization – Identifies critical capability gaps and aligns solutions to business priorities

Framework Evolution – Continuously improves capability models using data, feedback, and external insights

Stakeholder Partnership & Talent Integration

Stakeholder Partnership – Builds strong, trust‑based relationships with business leaders and People & Culture partners

Consultative Problem Solving – Co‑creates practical, scalable solutions tailored to functional and regional needs

Talent System Integration – Embeds capability development into performance, succession, and workforce planning processes

Program Design, Delivery & Partnerships

Capability Solution Design – Designs innovative, scalable development experiences using digital, experiential, and on‑the‑job learning

Program Execution Excellence – Delivers high‑quality programs with strong discipline on timelines, scope, and outcomes

Ecosystem & Partner Management – Leverages internal and external providers to deliver impactful, scalable capability solutions

Future‑Ready Skills & Culture

Future Skills Integration – Integrates digital fluency, artificial intelligence, data literacy, and sustainability into capability initiatives

Learning Innovation – Applies modern learning approaches and emerging technologies to enhance effectiveness

Growth Mindset & Learning Culture – Champions continuous learning, curiosity, and innovation across teams and functions

Governance, Measurement & Impact

Program Governance & Delivery Management – Establishes clear structures to manage risk, quality, and execution at scale

Data‑Driven Decision Making – Uses metrics and insights to evaluate effectiveness and guide continuous improvement

Impact Measurement & ROI – Links capability initiatives to business outcomes and demonstrates measurable value

Change Management & Adoption – Drives stakeholder alignment, behavior change, and sustained adoption of capability initiatives

What We’ll Do for You

Provide opportunities to shape and deliver impactful capability programs that directly support business growth and transformation

Offer exposure to cross‑functional teams and senior stakeholders, enabling you to build influence and your organizational impact

Support your professional development through access to advanced learning platforms, leadership programs, and global best practices

Enable you to contribute to a purpose‑driven organization that values innovation, continuous learning, and people development

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Agile Methodology, Application Development, Business Processes, Business Value Creation, Change Management, Influencing, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Process Improvement Plans, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Strategic IT, Vendor Management, Waterfall Model

Pay Range:

United States of America: 171,000 USD - 198,000 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

August 14, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

Pay Range:United States of America: 0 USD - 0 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Long-term Incentive Reference Value Percentage:0 - 20

Long-term Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role.