Job ID: 98143
Country: Germany
City: Trier
Professional area: Engineering
Contract type: Permanent
Professional level: Experienced
Location: Trier, DE, 54294
To strengthen our team in the area of Global Engineering, we are looking for a GE Innovative Technologies Development Director (m/f/d) in permanent employment.
Your job mission:
You will spearhead the integration and advancement of cutting-edge technologies within the supply chain framework. This role is pivotal in driving efficiency, sustainability, and competitive advantage through technological innovation. You will operate within the strategic boundaries set by the CPC goals and MGSM, ensuring alignment with the overall business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Your responsibilities:
* Developing concepts and strategies for innovations for the entire JTI, planning and deploying projects, coordinating implementation, supporting installations, and leading project start-ups.
* Leading the identification, evaluation, and implementation of emerging technologies that can transform supply chain operations and enhance consumer experience.
* Collaborating within GSC and CPC to align technology initiatives with the company’s strategic goals, ensuring that technological advancements support business growth and operational efficiency.
* Driving initiatives that enhance the sustainability and efficiency of the supply chain, reducing costs, improving speed, and minimizing environmental impact.
* Working with research institutes and industry associations to identify and assess technology vendors, develop use cases, and create deployment strategies for cross-functional stakeholders.
* Identifying potential risks associated with new technologies and developing strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
* Owning at least one of IWS IM standard work processes (SWP), regularly monitoring IM Phase progress and adherence in factories as well as collaborating within the Global IM team to deploy IM in GSC and other functions such as GI&I and R&D.
Your profile:
* Relevant educational background: University degree in Engineering or similar, PhD in STEM is a plus.
* Practical experience: Very solid management experience in engineering, manufacturing, research and development or other relevant functions, including the sphere of innovations from concept to product launch and post-launch support.
* Valuable knowledge: Superb Project Management skills, including Agile Methodologies.
* Special strengths: IWS experience as well as patent submission experience.
* Suitable personality: Outstanding communication & analytical skills.
* Your team: You will work in an open and international working environment with approx. 60 nations at the Trier site.
Have we aroused your interest?
Apply directly with your complete application documents (CV, cover letter & references) stating your earliest possible starting date (Job ID 98143).
Diversity & Inclusion
We want everyone at JTI to be themselves and develop their full potential, because each and every one of us makes a valuable contribution to the success of the company and the location in Germany.
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