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BAT DIGITAL BUSINESS SOLUTIONIS LOOKING FOR A NPI SENIOR DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
The 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/ Executive.
SENIORITY LEVEL : Management
FUNCTION : Operations
LOCATION : Selangor, Malaysia
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- 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 – ensure alignment between teams on NPI readiness and daily direction setting.
- End-to-end project management of NPI deployment according to all pre-determined KPIs
- Develop, monitor and manage full project plan with input from functional experts.
- Provide Product Development Team (PDT) with visibility of project status.
- 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 warehouse management system (wms) write-off
- Use of effective tools e.g.Z2 planning to drive wms write-off reduction
- 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
- Support governance and compliance of the services provided against GBS frameworks, as well as ensuring compliance to local data privacy, security and internal controls regulations for the markets served
- Proactively involving in continuous improvement activities supporting the Process Owner and driven by Delivery Excellence teams
- To manage, develop, coach and motivate team members, and contribute in accelerating the performance of the function as well as building team members capability.
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 a end markets / shared service center
- Bachelor Degree with a focus on related areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experiences in Operations(manufacturing or supply chain) would be an added advantage
- Excellent communication, people management and change management skills as well as ability to manage relationships professionally
- Solid understanding of supply chain principles, core processes and systems
- Flexibility to adjust working style in an ever changing business environment
- Independent and takes ownership of tasks whilst displaying a skillset for troubleshooting
- Leadership qualities to champion and guide on the new ways of working
- Good eye for details with a “hands-on” and “can do” attitude
- Disciplined in paperwork and records management to handle healthy, auditable projects by delivery of results under extremely tight and stressful timelines
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!