Job Description

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

BAT KL IS LOOKING FOR A NPI MANAGER

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management

FUNCTION: GBS Operations

SALARY RANGE: Market salary + Excellent benefits + Market leading bonus

LOCATION: Sunway Geo, Kuala Lumpur

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This NPI Manager will be responsible for managing the operational delivery and project management within the New Product Introduction (NPI) function operated by GBS. Also, team lead for NPI Manager and NPI Executive.

Reports to: NPI Lead

Reporting Level: N/A

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Operational:

• On-Time and in-Full(OTIF) delivery of all basic and complex projects assigned with high proficiency. Ability to manage complex project independently with minimal involvement from line manager.
• NPI update and reporting \xe2\x80\x93 ensure alignment between teams on NPI readiness and daily direction setting.
• Develop full project plan with input from functional experts. Monitor and manage project schedule as per the project plan
• Provide Product Development Team (PDT) with visibility of project status. Effective and timely sign posts of decisions required to drive OTIF
• Enable informed decision making for Commercial Business Partner i.e. Brands
• Effective sign post of NPI related project costs to budget holders including tooling, trials/MQS and wms write-off
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to develop aligned plans & priorities, resolve project issues and secure support necessary to assure project delivery with the right level of visibility to facilitate informed decision making
• Establish, lead and motivate cross functional teams as necessary to successfully deliver projects and drive and support collaboration within and across teams, functions and end-markets
• Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with Commercial business partners and the NPI Community including Product Development, Product Assurance, Packaging Development, SCIP, Quality, Factory & Regional NPI
• Ensure proper delivery against all pre-determined KPIs.

Project Management:

• Ensures that projects are proceeding according to timelines, meeting targets and expectations, and adhering to established operating parameters; negotiates changes in project resources as necessary to achieve objectives and timelines.
• Managing project risks and ensure adequate risk mitigation is in place.
• Prepares and monitors team\xe2\x80\x99s and project cost to serve to manage spending within budgets.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Comprehensive understanding of the E2E-processes for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive work experience in the operational delivery of these services, ideally in end markets / shared service centre, with senior stakeholder management and project management in an organisation of similar scale.
• Minimum Qualifications: Four-year university degree with focus on related areas, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experiences in Operations (manufacturing or supply chain) would be an added advantage
• Proven ability to successfully manage projects through strong project management
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels, and an ability to influence effectively without authority \xe2\x80\x93 understands and appreciates the merit of collaborative work
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles, core processes and systems
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects that vary in complexity and priority
• Projects assigned managed professionally in accordance with NPI process and ultimately OTIF delivered
• Stakeholders, functional experts and operations functions are informed of project scope, requirements and regularly updated on status including stall points to ensure timely issues resolution
• Fluent English (verbal and written), Strong MS-Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women\xe2\x80\x99s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner \xe2\x80\x93 one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

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