Mark Anthony Brewing Inc. · 10 hours ago
Manager, Raw Materials and Ingredients
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company known for its innovative approach and portfolio of luxury beverage brands. The Raw Materials and Ingredients Manager will oversee the sourcing, qualification, and management of raw materials and ingredients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and supporting production efficiency.
BrewingCraft BeerFood and BeverageManufacturingWine And Spirits
Responsibilities
Serve as the technical authority for all raw materials and ingredients, responding to internal inquiries and guiding ingredient selection and usage
Lead the technical qualification of new ingredients by defining Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs), Critical Process Parameters (CPPs), analytical methods, and validation criteria
Conduct small-scale trials and functional assessments to confirm ingredient performance before production
Define scale-up requirements, including equipment capability, process conditions, and any CapEx implications
Own the technical approval of new and existing ingredient suppliers, collaborating with Quality, Procurement and Product Development as part of the supplier selection process
Perform technical reviews, process capability assessments (including Cp/Cpk expectations), and ingredient-level risk assessments
Lead supplier technical capability assessments and provide technical data and feedback to support Procurement's performance discussions with suppliers
Ensure every ingredient meets applicable TTB, FDA, state, and internal MAB regulatory standards, including documentation such as SDS, allergen declarations, nutritional specs, GRAS status, and Prop 65 compliance
Support production, brewing, and packaging teams with troubleshooting of ingredient-related quality issues or non-conformances
Provide rapid root-cause analysis and corrective action guidance to minimize operational downtime
Identify technical opportunities for cost optimization such as reformulations and yield improvements and support Procurement's evaluation of alternative suppliers as part of sourcing events and competitive supplier selection activities
Collaborate with Procurement and Product Development to identify and research emerging ingredients and technologies that enhance product quality, reduce cost, or enable innovation
Recommend changes to ingredient standards, analytical methods, and quality specifications based on new data or learnings
Contribute to the broader technical governance framework by documenting standards, updating specifications, and supporting training across sites
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Brewing Science, Food/Fermentation Science, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Biochemistry, or related field
Strong understanding of ingredient chemistry, functionality, and process capability principles (Cp/Cpk, SPC)
Minimum 5 years' experience in raw materials, ingredients management, supplier quality, or beverage/CPG manufacturing
Proven experience in supplier qualification, risk management, and cross‑functional technical problem solving
Advanced knowledge of beverage manufacturing processes and regulatory frameworks (TTB, FDA, state-level compliance)
Skilled in interpreting analytical data, validating test methods, and collaborating with suppliers on continuous improvement
Company
Mark Anthony Brewing Inc.
Mark Anthony Brewing is based in Chicago, Illinois, and provides supply chain management and brewing services for the Mark Anthony Group.
501-1000 employees
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