Assistant Manager Product Development & Improvement

The Factory PDI Product Development & Improvement (PDI) is responsible for managing all the key projects for cost and quality improvement in our cigarette factory. This role will involve close collaborative work with the global blending (GB), flavour house (FH), factory blending and PDI as the key stakeholders to establish, implement document control procedures and maintain effective document management systems.

This includes implementing processes and procedures as part of continuous improvement to synchronize the activities in New Product Development & Improvement/Maintenance.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage project information, timeline and ensure on time and in full delivery of project executions.
2. Develop, implement and maintain document control procedures and guidelines.
3. Ownership to create and implement ALCO processes to support process efficiency and overall cost savings for the business.
4. Identify opportunities to implement process optimization and document and track improvement plans.
5. Manage the organization's SOP document management system.
6. Organise, categorise, and store documents in both electronic and physical formats.
7. Ensure all related documents are up-to-date, properly stored, accurately named, numbered, and indexed for easy retrieval.
8. Monitor document access and ensure compliance with security protocols.
9. Coordinate document and process review and approval processes.
10. Identify and rectify discrepancies or inconsistencies in documentation.
11. Maintain records of document revisions and distributions related to PDI activities.
12. Provide training to employees on document control procedures.
13. Assist in audits and inspections related to document control.
14. Serve as a point of contact for document-related queries and offer guidance to users as needed.
15. Ensure timely delivery of documents to support project timelines and milestones.
16. Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
17. Identify opportunities to streamline document management processes and enhance efficiency.
18. Implement best practices and recommend technological solutions to improve document control systems.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Information Management, Business Administration).
2. Proven experience in project management or similar role.
3. Proficiency in document management software and tools.
4. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
6. Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements will be a plus.