Japan Tobacco Inc. Raleigh , NC 27601
Posted 2 weeks ago
We're JTI, Japan Tobacco International and we believe in freedom. We think that the possibilities are limitless when you're free to choose. In fact, we've spent the last 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from. It's how we've grown to be present in 130 countries.
But our business isn't just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe when they're free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business.
That's why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we've been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running.
So when you're ready to choose a career you'll love, in a company you'll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea.
Learn more: jti.com
Purpose of this role
The incumbent is responsible for the outsourcing of retail call coverage plans and distribution services for JTI USA in line with the company's strategic objectives. Maintain open lines of communication between vendors and internal partners to address and promptly act on any discrepancies. The incumbent would track vendor deliverables and service agreements to ensure accountability and mitigate potential risks while upholding organizational standards. This position is internal and based in our headquarter office with direct ties to the field sales force and chain account team.
Areas of Responsibility
Strategic Direction
Establish goals and objectives while aligning on expectations for vendor partners
Develop and implement effective audit process to ensure scope of work is meeting expectations
Ongoing evaluation of vendor partners to ensure organizational needs are met
Process management
Strategic implementation of 3rd party vendor coverage plans
Outline key initiatives and direction for both internal and external partners
Contract negotiations with external partners while keeping organization obligations in mind
Vendor & fiduciary responsibility
Cultivate vendor partnerships while holding them accountable to achieve the established KPI'S
Effectively monitor expenditures while tracking against agreed upon project with proper documentation
Effective utilization of budgets to have efficient and effective return on investment
Cross-functional collaboration
Work closely with JTI sales force to ensure coverage needs are being met on a timely basis
Develop and implement execution documents for clear direction of field sales force and vendor partners
Create support materials that clearly defines instore initiatives
Adequate training of 3rd party personnel that cover retail stores
Who Are We Looking For
BA/BS degree in Business Administration or related field
Minimum 3-5 years of working with 3rd Party vendors
Preferred experience with both supply and demand planning
Exposure and understanding of offshore production and import logistics is desirable
FMCG organizational experience preferred. Must be able to form recommendations and drive business solutions based on available information and processes
Fluency in English, both written and oral
Must be computer literate with strong MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) experience
SAP or other ERP system experience required
Benefits
Enjoy a competitive salary commensurate with the experience and responsibility requirements
Healthcare
Dental + Vision
Voluntary benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid family leave benefit
Life Insurance
Disability
Tuition Assistance
What Are The Next Steps
we are actively collecting CVs and evaluating qualifications
we will be getting in touch with candidates whose profiles best match the requirements of the role
Please know that a negative decision is not a reflection of your capabilities or potential as a professional. It is a result of the competitive nature of the selection process.
Japan Tobacco Inc.