Innovation Design Manager – Make&Filter Full Time NEW

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for an Innovation Design Manager Make&Filter in Southampton

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

Breakthrough Innovations 2 per category per year

Strategic Innovations 8 per category per year

Tactical Innovations 27 per category per year

All product changes >50 per year per category

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Be the technical lead to translate product innovation into technology design and solutions
• Be the SPOC for R&D led innovations at the tech block stage to design solutions that can be commercialized at scale
• Actively link R&D innovation from the Tech block stage to the POA stage and be able to offer machine solutions that can be commercialized
• Ensure all machine solutions are designed keeping COGS, Quality, Scalability and Speed of delivery
• Partner with OEMs technical teams to work on solutions for tech block stage of product design
• Develop technical solutions for ensuring direct material adaptation on existing / new machine platforms
• Ensure global platform teams have the visibility of short term and long-term product innovation to ensure right OEM ecosystems are scoped

What are we looking for?

• Technical and manufacturing expertise with experience in BAT manufacturing technologies and factory operations, including hands-on engineering exposure
• Strong product design experience with a solid understanding of multiple product categories and their associated manufacturing technologies
• Knowledge of direct materials, including quality standards, supplier management, and specifications
• Proven project management capability, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Credible stakeholder manager with a track record of influencing senior leaders and proactively driving best practices
• Strong communicator able to clearly articulate complex concepts to diverse, global stakeholders and operate effectively within a matrixed organization
• Resilient and adaptable professional capable of working at pace in a dynamic environment, with proven ability to manage and mitigate risks and issues
• Graduate or higher

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• 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 arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.