Europe jobs in Germany

Please apply by December 3, 2025. Global applicants welcome.

Multiple temporary RDS Project Manager positions (m/f/d)

The R&D Services department is responsible for the smooth planning and execution of conventional or RRP packaging projects, ensuring the required communication and coordination with all stakeholders involved (e.g., Marketing, Research and Development Functions, Global Supply Chain, Global Product Specification) as well as managing the execution according to project timeline and maintaining JTI systems.

JTI is a leading international tobacco company with locations in more than 130 countries and world‑famous brands such as Winston, Camel and American Spirit. With our brands Nordic Spirit, Logic and Ploom, we also focus on growth through innovations in the field of reduced risk products. In Germany, we are the largest employer in our industry with over 2,000 employees.

As a multiple award‑winning top employer, we offer an open and inclusive working environment with exciting tasks in a challenging environment. Flexible working concepts, diverse development opportunities and international career paths are part of our everyday life. Visit us at www.jti.com to find out more about JTI and what it's like to work for us.

• Manage New Product Development (NPD) projects and initiatives, acting as a core or extended member of cross‑functional R&D teams.
• Provide packaging material specifications, lead artwork development, and ensure meticulous documentation.
• Take ownership of tasks from the Squad Backlog, drive them to completion, and communicate solutions effectively.
• Drive team performance by achieving defined objectives and key results (OKRs) in line with agile methodologies.
• Develop global and brand standards, base artworks, and other references, apply sound risk management principles.
• Initiate and implement projects seeking to improve process efficiency and business performance.

• Educational background – University degree in economics or adequate commercial education.
• Professional experience – Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously (multi‑project management). Significant experience in Packaging, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Marketing, or similar areas.
• Technical expertise – Strong understanding of production flow in cigarette manufacturing, material knowledge, and experience in packaging / NPD experience.
• Core competencies – Proficiency in IT systems (SAP, PLM, MS Office) and project management tools.
• Personal attributes – Highly self‑driven, organized, proactive, and eager to learn. Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to balance priorities and maintain work‑life balance. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Language skills – Fluent English (written and spoken).

• Team – Work in an open and international working environment with approx. 60 nations at the Trier site.
• Remuneration – Above‑average pay including 13th and 14th monthly salary and bonus as well as annual reviews. Individual company pension scheme and capital‑forming benefits.
• Meals – Subsidised company canteen and numerous snack and coffee vending machines ensure your physical well‑being.
• Appreciation – Regular feedback and protection of your personal safety with our JTI accident insurance.
• Work‑life balance – Enjoy your work! We offer 30 days of vacation for personal relaxation.
• Mobility offer – BusinessBike program leasing options as part of a permanent position.
• Development – Support with a wide range of internal and external training and development opportunities tailored to you.

Apply directly with your complete application documents (CV, cover letter & references) stating your earliest possible starting date (Job ID 101133).

We want everyone at JTI to be themselves and develop their full potential. We live and promote diversity, equality and inclusion. We have local employee groups and networks, such as the PRIDE Chapter Germany or the togetHER network for female employees, and we support a wide range of projects in our local area. We have been awarded the Global Equality Standard by Ernst & Young.

We have close ties to the Trier region and the greater Cologne area. We support local initiatives like annual clean‑up campaigns on the Rhine and Moselle and partner with the Cologne Green Foundation. Renewable energies are part of our sustainability goals, e.g., investment in the Bescheid Süd wind farm. We are reducing plastic used in packaging of classic tobacco products.

Find out more at https://www.jti.com/de/europe/germany/top-arbeitgeber