David Shattles
VP, IT Operations
Professional Overview
David Shattles is an accomplished IT executive with over 20 years of experience in the Coca-Cola Enterprises and Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling organizations. As the Vice President of IT Operations at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, he is responsible for overseeing the company's technology infrastructure, application management, and IT service delivery. With a strong focus on operational excellence and strategic technology initiatives, Shattles plays a key role in driving the organization's digital transformation and ensuring the seamless integration of IT systems to support business growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the VP of IT Operations at Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, Shattles is responsible for managing the company's IT operations, including infrastructure, application management, and IT service delivery. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining IT processes, implementing robust cybersecurity measures, and driving the integration of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and business agility.
Career Progression
Throughout his career, Shattles has held various leadership positions within the Coca-Cola Enterprises and Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling organizations. He has a proven track record of driving successful IT transformations, leading high-performing teams, and delivering measurable results. Prior to his current role, Shattles served as the Director of IT Application Management Services, where he led the management and optimization of the company's mission-critical applications, including the implementation of SAP solutions.
Shattles has also held roles such as IT Management Consultant at CAEI, Group Director of SAP Application Services at Coca-Cola Refreshments, and various management positions at Coca-Cola Enterprises, where he specialized in areas like infrastructure software services, SAP global support, and electronic data interchange (EDI).
Academic Background
Shattles holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Georgia, where he graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- IT operations management
- Application lifecycle management
- SAP implementation and optimization
- Infrastructure and network management
- Cybersecurity and risk mitigation
- Digital transformation leadership
- Cross-functional team management
- Business-IT alignment
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Shattles has demonstrated his ability to drive strategic IT initiatives that create tangible business value. He has successfully led the implementation of enterprise-wide SAP solutions, optimized IT infrastructure to improve system availability and performance, and implemented robust cybersecurity measures to protect the organization's data and assets.
Shattles is known for his collaborative leadership style, his ability to translate technical complexities into business-focused solutions, and his commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic mindset, David Shattles is a seasoned IT executive who is well-equipped to lead Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling's IT operations and enable the company's continued growth and success in the dynamic beverage industry.
