Packaging Development Manager Ii

**BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.**
**To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together**

** British American Tobacco Indonesia has an exciting opportunity for a Packaging Development Manager II in Malang**

The Packaging Development Manager II role involves managing and delivering medium to high complexity packaging deployment projects and initiatives to support growth, regulatory, efficiency, and maintenance goals aligned with Global/Regional/End Market strategies.

**Your key responsibilities will include**:

- Lead and supervise packaging deployment activities for the assigned market. Coordinate closely with internal and external collaborators to align with Market, Global, and ESG strategies. Identify risks and packaging cost impacts from project requirements. Offer practical solutions to packaging problems.
- Engage regularly with BAT’s external suppliers and partners and gain ideas how to improve BAT’s material pipeline in terms of costs and innovation.
- Validate the laboratory outcome and assess business risk related to modified or new material to enable business decisions with stakeholders.
- Offer technical insights and recommendations on change management, innovation and initiatives to improve efficiency and sourcing change projects.
- Provide technical input and support for new supplier and material qualifications
- Ensure all packaging developments follow BAT Packaging Guidelines, Product Stewardship, Regulatory and Brand Standards.
- Build and maintain material specifications, commodity specifications and individual specifications at both external supplier and factory level.

**What are we looking for?**

- University degree or equivalent in engineering, packaging material/technology or having experience and/or technical background in printing/packaging.
- At least 5 years’ experience in packaging development (FMCG, packaging or other related industries)
- Working knowledge and understanding in printing process/technology, experience working with a variety of materials (e.g. paper, plastic and film), and well versed on different packaging material properties.
- Ability to interpret analytical data and formulate conclusions and propose action plans.
- Effective communication in English and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent project management skills - ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects across functional levels.
- Good digital and IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Skill in Illustrator, Artpro or similar graphic software, Power Automate and Power BI is desirable.

**What we offer you?**

- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement - it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

**WHY JOIN BAT?**
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute - certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangem