Process Improvement Manager

Skruf Snus AB; Sävsjö; On-site; SEK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Open culture

International environment

Performance bonus

Learning & development

Pension & benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Skruf Snus AB in Sävsjö is seeking a Process Improvement Manager to strengthen our Operational Excellence and the Imperial Operating System on site. You will translate strategic objectives into standardized ways of working, coach teams, and track KPI-driven improvements across safety, quality, and productivity.

Reporting to the Factory Manager, you will drive daily management, enable cross-functional collaboration, and build capability through coaching, training, and governance, shaping a

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience from a manufacturing environment, preferably FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of Operational Excellence, IWS, Lean, TPM, or similar systems.
• Experience in change management and capability building.
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to coach and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices.
• Fluent in English; Swedish is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the implementation of IOS and standardized ways of working across the site.
• Establish and sustain Daily Management Systems (DMS) with KPI tracking and escalation processes.
• Drive a cultural transformation toward operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Lead loss elimination and root-cause problem-solving activities.
• Build organizational capability through coaching, training, and competence development.
• Ensure sustainability in processes, standards, and visual management systems.
• Monitor and improve KPIs across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen site performance and reliability.
• Promote a strong safety culture prioritizing employee health and wellbeing.

Skills

Operational Excellence

Lean

Analytical thinking

Project management

Coaching

Health & safety

Change management

Data-driven

Influencing at all levels

Education

University degree in Engineering/Operations or related field

Tools

IWS

TPM

Job description

Do you want to drive operational excellence and shape the future ways of working in a high-performing manufacturing environment? We are now looking for a Process Improvement Manager who will play a key role in strengthening our performance and building a culture of continuous improvement at our site in Sävsjö.

About Skruf

Skruf Snus began manufacturing snus in 2002 and has since maintained an innovative approach, continually challenging the industry to become a centre of excellence in the production of market-leading snus.

As part of Imperial Brands – one of the world’s largest tobacco companies with approximately 26,000 employees across more than 119 markets – you will work in a dynamic and international environment where development and innovation are at the core.

The Role

In this role, you report to the Factory Manager and are a key member of the site leadership team. You will be responsible for driving the implementation, development, and long-term sustainability of our operational excellence system (IOS – Imperial Operating System).

You will play a critical role in translating strategic objectives into structured ways of working, driving continuous improvement, and building a high-performing organization through coaching, governance, and cross-functional collaboration.

This is a position with significant impact, where you will influence both the strategic direction and the day-to-day performance across the site.

Your Tasks

• Lead and develop the implementation of IOS and ensure standardized ways of working

• Establish and sustain Daily Management Systems (DMS), including KPI tracking and escalation processes

• Drive a cultural transformation towards operational excellence and continuous improvement

• Lead loss elimination and root cause problem-solving activities

• Build organizational capability through coaching, training, and competence development

• Ensure sustainability in processes, standards, and visual management systems

• Monitor and improve KPIs across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen site performance and reliability

• Promote a strong safety culture where employee health and well-being are always a priority

Your Profile

• University degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field

• Experience from a manufacturing environment, preferably within FMCG

• Strong knowledge of Operational Excellence, IWS, Lean, TPM, or similar systems

• Experience in change management and capability building

• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset

• Project management experience

• Ability to coach and influence at all levels of the organization

• Solid understanding of health and safety practices

• Fluent in English; Swedish is considered an advantage

Who you are

In this role, your mindset and behaviors are just as important as your experience and skills. We are looking for someone who not only drives results, but also contributes to a strong and inclusive culture.

You are open-minded, collaborative, and bring your authentic self to work. You thrive in a changing environment and see opportunities where others see challenges – and you turn them into action. You are curious and not afraid to test new ideas, understanding that learning is just as important as succeeding.

You take ownership, hold yourself accountable, and have the confidence to challenge the status quo in a constructive way. You believe that strong collaboration is key to sustainable performance and that success is something we create together.

Finally, you understand that everything we do starts with the consumer. You take pride in contributing to high-quality products and continuously improving how we deliver value to our consumers.

What we offer

• An open and inclusive company culture where you can contribute and make an impact

• An international and dynamic work environment

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonus

• Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression

• Company pension scheme and attractive benefits

• A strong focus on work-life balance

Next Steps

Does this sound like your next career move? We look forward to receiving your application.