Responsable Conception Goût HTS

HTS Taste Design Manager

GENEVA, CH, 1202

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Location:

Geneva, Switzerland

Role:
Permanent

HTS Taste Design Manager

The Reduced Risk Products Category is becoming increasingly important and offers exciting opportunities to innovate and create superior consumer experiences. As Product Design Taste Manager, you will drive multiple product development projects on Heated Tobacco Products specifically and also across Reduced Risk Product categories while contributing to the development of future-ready capabilities and processes. Collaborating across diverse teams and external partners, you will help bring innovative products to market while enhancing consumer relevance and product performance.

• Lead product development projects across Heated Tobacco, Nicotine Pouches and emerging product platforms
• Translate consumer, sensory and business insights into product development opportunities
• Collaborate closely with Research & Development (R&D), Scientific Regulatory Affairs (SRA), Brand teams and Project Management Office (PMO) stakeholders
• Drive improvements in product development methodologies, processes and ways of working
• Lead product evaluation activities and provide data-based recommendations for portfolio and product decisions
• Coordinate project plans, timelines, deliverables and stakeholder alignment across multiple initiatives
• Work with external suppliers, agencies and development partners to support innovation objectives

• University degree in Marketing, Science, Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in product development, sensory science, consumer insights, innovation, category management, flavour development or related areas
• Strong knowledge of product development and innovation processes
• Strong analytical mindset with experience interpreting sensory, consumer, market and technical data
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate consumer insights and strategic objectives into actionable product plans, while effectively managing multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills
• Curiosity, adaptability and eagerness to learn across product categories and technologies
• Professional proficiency in English

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.