Expression of Interest - NPI Deployment Manager

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!

This incumbent is responsible to the primary responsibility of the role is to be accountable for supporting the end to end operational delivery within the New Product Introduction (NPI) function operated by GBS.

SENIORITY LEVEL: Management

FUNCTION: Operation

SALARY RANGE: Starting from RM7,000.00 + Excellent Benefits + Bonus

LOCATION: Kuala Lumpur, Damansara City

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports To: Senior NPI Manager

Reporting Level: Individual Contributor

Geographic Scope: APMEA

Disclaimer: We might not have an open role at this moment, but, because our work environment is very dynamic, we would love to hear from you!  We encourage you to apply and the moment we have a suitable position for your profile, the Recruitment Team will contact you as soon as possible. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Operational:

• Develop, monitor and manage a full project plan with input from functional experts and delivery of assigned projects On-Time and in-Full (OTIF)
• Provide Product Development Team with visibility of project status. Effective and timely sign posts of decisions required to drive OTIF
• Effective sign post of NPI related project costs to budget holders including tooling, trials/MQS and Material (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
• Establish, lead and empower cross functional teams to successfully deliver projects and drive and support collaboration within and across teams, functions and end-markets
• Enable informed decision making for Commercial Business Partner (i.e. Brands)
• Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with Commercial business partners and the NPI Community including Product Development, Product Assurance, SCIP, Quality, Factory & Regional NPI
• Contribute to NPI continuous improvement initiatives
  

Project Management:

• Ensures that projects are proceeding according to timeline, meeting targets and expectations, and adhering to established operating parameters; negotiates changes in project resources to achieve objectives and timelines.
• Managing project risks and ensure adequate risk mitigation is in place.
• Deal with operational issues and negotiate and resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepares and monitors team’s and project cost to serve to manage spending within budgets.
• Works with relevant stakeholders to ensure GBS obtains the insights it needs at the quality and granularity it requires for better planning and execution.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum 4 years of work experience in Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) or New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Equipped with a bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent field
• Analytical, data-driven, able to think and act creatively
• Ability to build and maintain productive, positive internal and external relationships through effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and reliable team player with people management, change management skills
• A strong communicator, proficient in English (both verbal and written)
• Good computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Power-Point)
• Skills in PoweBI and SAP would be an additional advantage
• Certification in Project Management/ Lean Six Sigma is a plus
• Ability to make things happen (pro-active, dynamic, flexible, pragmatic)
• Creative thinking & strong analytic skill
• Fast learner, good management, and interpersonal skills
• Commercial approach to all activities, strong decision-making ability
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability and problem-solving skills

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’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – 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!