Operations Performance Manager

The British American Tobacco Group; Penang; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health plans vary by country

Flexible holiday plan

Online learning platforms

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The British American Tobacco Group in Penang, Malaysia, seeks an Operations Performance Manager to lead NC Operations, manage supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimise capacity and delivery against future demand.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering background with extensive supplier management experience, strong project management skills, and a track record in Lean Six Sigma and

Qualifications

• Engineering background in electronic consumer industry with 10 years.
• Proven track record of managing first tier suppliers and supply chains.
• Proven project management skills with action and recovery plans, focusing on delivering to schedule while applying permanent solutions.
• Experience working within monthly and weekly control cycles.
• Ability to call and facilitate effective reviews internally and within the supply chain, prioritising actions and accountability to meet targets.
• Bachelor’s in electrical or mechanical or engineering preferred
• Technical/Functional/Leadership Skills: production processes, supply planning, RCA, Lean Six Sigma, automation, OEE, MES
• Ability to train and educate inexperienced suppliers and groups toward mastering standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Daily liaison and supply base management for Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Resolves supplier issues and concerns threatening supply and demand.
• Drives Manufacturing Performance KPI reviews daily/weekly.
• Delivers and manages an effective and flexible supply base.
• Ensures manufacturing capacity is optimised to deliver future demand.
• Assesses performance in the supply base to increase output without impacting quality.
• Works with the Supplier to deliver Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Ensures good Project Management principles are applied and risks, issues and opportunities are communicated.

Skills

Production processes

Supply planning

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s in electrical, mechanical or engineering

Tools

PPAP

APQP

FMEA

RCA

Lean Six Sigma

5S

VSM

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

BAT DBS has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Performance Manager in Penang, Malaysia

Role Summary:

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

New Categories (NC) Operations covers 30+ markets 3 Commercial Regions and the US, a diverse range of cultures and volatile operating environments.

NC Operations is also driving supplier process and system standardisation, as well as building capability within the suppliers’ network on core processes, and exception-based management.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Daily liaison and supply base management for Quality, Cost and Delivery.
• Resolves supplier issues and concerns immediately which threaten supply and demand.
• Drives Manufacturing Performance KPI reviews daily / weekly.
• Delivers and manages an effective and flexible supply base.
• Ensures manufacturing capacity is optimised to deliver future demand.
• Assesses performance in the supply base to increase output without impacting quality.
• Works closely with the Supplier to deliver Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Ensures good Project Management principles are applied and all risks, issues and opportunities are correctly and timely communicated.

What are we looking for?

• Engineering background in the electronic consumer industry (10 years).
• A proven track record of managing first tier suppliers and subsequent supply chains.
• Proven project management skills with robust action and recovery plans, focussing on maintaining delivery to schedule whilst applying permanent solutions.
• Experience working within monthly & weekly control cycles
• The ability to call and facilitate effective reviews both internally and within the supply chain, prioritising actions and allocating accountability to deliver the targets we set.
• Bachelor’s in electrical or mechanical or engineering preferred
• Technical/Functional/Leadership Skills Required:
  • Very good understanding of Production processes.
  • Very good understanding in Supply planning processes.
  • Experienced in Root Cause Analysis and FMEA
  • Experienced & successful launched in Lean, six-sigma, automation, OEE, MES areas
  • The ability to drive suppliers performance align with company goals and strategies
  • The ability to train and educate inexperienced suppliers and groups toward mastering these standard tools.
  • Ability to generate, ‘cost down’ opportunities to reduce waste throughout the process.
  • Demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence stakeholders across the commercial and operational business including suppliers.
  • Business focused and proven change agent with project management skills (preferably in a Prince II environment).
• Skills / technical tools:
  • Process management and analysis
  • PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
  • APQP (Advance Product Quality Planning)
  • FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) Process and Design
  • RCA (Root Cause Analysis)
  • Lean Six Sigma or relevant continuous improvement tools
  • 5S – Sort-Straighten-Shine-Standardise-Sustain
  • VSM (Value Stream Mapping)
  • Very experienced in electronic consumer industry
  • Very experienced in injection moulding & tooling
  • Very experienced in automation & Assembly processes
  • Very advanced in excel and modelling
  • Advanced in Power Point presentation

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.