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GE Innovative Technologies Development Director (m/f/d)
Job ID: 98143 / Location: Trier / Start: tbc / Contract type: permanent
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 tasks:
* 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.
* Practiced working time model: flexitime.
Your benefits:
* Your team: You will work in an open and international working environment with approx. 60 nations at the Trier site.
* Your remuneration: Above-average pay including 13th and 14th monthly salary and bonus as well as annual reviews. Individual company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits.
* Your meals: Our subsidized company canteen and numerous snack and coffee vending machines ensure your physical well-being.
* Your appreciation: You will receive regular feedback from us and, as your personal safety is important to us, we also protect you in your private life with our JTI accident insurance.
* Your work-life balance: You should enjoy your work! That's why we offer you 30 days of vacation for personal relaxation. You also have the option of doing mobile work in Germany for 50% of your working hours per month.
* Your development: We focus on your personal development. We support you with a wide range of internal training courses as well as external training and development opportunities that are tailored specifically to you.
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. We live and promote diversity, equality and inclusion accordingly.
Sustainability & Commitment:
We have particularly close ties to the Trier region and the greater Cologne area through our two locations and want to make a significant contribution to a high quality of life.
Find out more about us at: https://www.jti.com/de/europe/germany/top-arbeitgeber
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Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.
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