Title:  IWS Regional Director

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IWS Regional Director

Position:

In this role you will be developing and driving IWS strategy for the region, ensuring the consolidated capability plans are in place to eliminate losses towards achieving the regional targets.

Responsibilities:

• Setting regional IWS strategy by facilitating growth and operational improvement through the development, and execution of business initiatives and strategic continuous improvement plans
• Assessing and improving IWS plans by developing and implementing regional and site-specific KPIs, leading PDCA cycles to drive continuous improvement, conducting calibrated assessments, and making regular site visits to support capability tracking and actionable progress
• Accelerating performance & reapplication by tracking of IWS phase progression plan and capturing and disseminating Current Best Practices for reapplication
• Shaping IWS Zero Loss culture by coaching Leaders, identifying barriers to IWS implementation and being a role model servant leadership to influence proper leadership behaviors
• Building global capability by contributing as Global IWS expert to the creation and improvement of global standards

Requirements:

• Work experience:
  • At least 10 years’ experience in IWS environment i.e.: P&G Master Capability Lead, Supply Chain Lead in previous employment
  • Proven practical experience supporting Factory journey into different IWS phases
  • Has had a line assignment (more than 5 years) in manufacturing
• Knowledge of IWS Systems and standards

• Technical skills in each pillar: fundamental skills in all pillars, in-depth skills in at least two pillars, minimum of level 3 qualification in UPS, VSM, HPO and DDS including RTT  
• Skills:
  • Ability to be assertive yet active listener with influential skills
  • Strategic thinking with easiness to translate business objectives into effective plans
  • Focus on people, keen on teaching and developing others
  • Build on-the-floor credibility with others
  • Fluent in English

What to expect:

Expect wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits.  Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > 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. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.