AddressBAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.
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!
BAT UKIS LOOKING FOR A VALUE STREAM ENGINEERING MANAGER
JOB TYPE: Permanent
FUNCTION: Operations
SALARY RANGE:competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus
LOCATION:Southampton, United Kingdom
Role summary
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
- Drive adoption and implementation of digital transformation initiatives (Coordinated Planning Transformation, Hive, Clear Metal, PBI, and other online tools) for the assigned factory & suppliers
- Drive continuous improvement and process simplification within assigned planned categories
- Lead implementation and maintenance of global planning standards
- Lead process of consistent identification of opportunities to improve planning processes and systems.
What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?
Define and drive the DRBU plan in line with Regional & Global supplier teamwork direction
Accountabilities
- Lead standardization workstreams of the plan operating model, from design and development of proposals to impact assessments and final implementation within the designated region
- Lead system standardisation, new functionality deployment and system improvements. Collaborating closely with Regional Continuous Improvement Teams to share standards and best practices to drive towards global standardisation.
- Drive business efficiencies (Ex SHPs, production wheels & EOQs) to unlock cash and cost saving opportunities within planning parameters
- Lead the digital agenda deployment including identification & implementation of process automation opportunities
- Lead the system change requirement (KINAXIS RR – Rapid Response or SAP ECC); mobilise teams through systems training and collaboration with COEs (Centre of Excellence)/Heads of Functions/Planning Leads and act as a technical SME locally to ensure change is embedded and sustained
- Quarterly update Functions/Planning Leads on progress, outcomes, risks and issues related to supply / supplier planning process.
- Lead process & system compliance assessments (Master data quality checks, process compliance health check, system compliance health checks) to ensure Supply planning processes and metrics are compliant to the plan operating model
- Drive alignment of Supply planning processes to Weekly Planning Cycle across the entire Supply Chain
- Member of the leadership team of NC Planning in SNO
Experience, skills, knowledge
Experience Required
- 3-5 years across Planning, Procurement, Logistic, NPI (Manufacturing & Commercial experience would be an advantage)
- Leading medium, diverse, and cross functional team
Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required
- Very good interpersonal and communication skills
- Very good analytical and digital skills
- Very good Supply Chain and materials knowledge (process, metrics), and supplier collaboration
- Solid understanding in IWS, CI tools, and agile concept
- KINAXIS RAPID RESPONSE System Super user
- KINAXIS RAPID RESPONSE Contributor certification (certified or to be certified)
- Demonstrable leadership capabilities, for example:
- Anticipation in order to shape the future rather than react to it.
- Resilience
- Ability to make experienced decisions in the face of ambiguity.
- Curiosity to seek out new insights and knowledge.
- Challenging complexity and seeking out simpler / faster ways of working.
- Driving empowerment at all levels.
- Developing teams and individuals.
- Setting high standards and delivering outstanding results.
Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required
- University degree or equivalent experience (Supply Chain related major could be an advantage)
- Mastery in material knowledge & procurement area could be an advantage
Beneficial
- Agile framework awareness
- FMCGs experience
Qualifying questions for applicants
- How experienced are you in handling small sized, diverse teams?
- What FMCG Supply Chain knowledge / experience do you have? Especially in the area of Supply Planning?
- Are you familiar with E2E Synchronised Supply Chain?
- Do you have any experience of working as part of an above market business unit?
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!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!
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!
