Assistant Business Application Group Manager

Title: Assistant Business Application ManagerLocation: Saudi Arabia (Jeddah City)Full-TimeResponsibilitiesExecution of I&R strategy for the supported product category (ies) in the market(s): Ensure that the 3Cs (Consumer, Compliance, Competitive advantage) are always considered in their projects.Contribute to/manage the development/renovation and introduction of new products & processes in factory(ies)/ Co-manufacturing, based on R&D owned technologies & knowledge (Nestlé technology asset) or in close collaboration with R&D, whilst ensuring compliance with both Nestle requirements and local regulatory framework.Contribute to the delivery of I&R projects from concept to post launch evaluation within her /his area of expertise.Contribute to flawless new product/technology deployment from R&D to operations, including know-how.Optimization/improvement of current products & processes within factory(ies)/ Co-man using local business and supply situation: Contribute to/manage projects/initiatives related to products, processes, suppliers e.g. costs reductions, optimization of manufacturing parameters, supplier development, specification optimization, GREAT, co-manufacturers’ management...within his/her area of expertise.Have the competencies required for the job and as a member of AG to enable the AG being the local center of expertise for product mastership.Develop and maintain the competence required for product & process mastership within his/her area of expertise and as per job position.Act as the link between R&D and Factory Operations: maintain contact with R&D and other AG within product category at least to share best practices, when appropriate participate in Business Specific Expert Networks (BSEN) or R&D Expert Networks to leverage knowledge.Technical assistance to factory(ies)/ Co-man: Assist factory(ies) and provide them with services necessary to ensure product & process mastership while striving for zero defects in manufacturing.Provide comprehensive technical support for basic technical assistance requests from the factory(ies).Ensure knowledge transfer to the factory(ies) related to product and process mastership within his/her area of expertise to eliminate root cause of assistance requests, i.e. act as local training resource to operators for product and process mastership.RequirementsMinimum 3 years of experience in a related industry.Technical education background (preferably University graduate or equivalent in food science, chemistry or related subjects) complemented by a food industry experience within the product category.R&D experience is a must.English & Arabic Speaker.Understanding of I&R strategy and targets.#J-18808-Ljbffr