Nicotine Pouch Taste Design Manager / Nicotine Pouch Taste Design Manageress

About JT International

JTI is a leading global tobacco and vaping company operating in over 130 countries worldwide, focused on innovation and sustainability. We are one of the fastest-growing players in the international industry over the past decade, marketing world-renowned brands such as Winston, Camel, Mevius, LD, Logic, and Ploom.

Job Objectives

The Reduced Risk Products Category is becoming increasingly important, offering exciting opportunities to innovate and create superior consumer experiences. As a Product Design Taste Manager, you will lead multiple product development projects, specifically focusing on Nicotine Pouches, as well as other Reduced Risk Product categories, including Heated Tobacco and emerging platforms. You will contribute to the development of future-ready capabilities and processes. By collaborating across diverse teams and external partners, you will help bring innovative products to market while enhancing consumer relevance and product performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects across Heated Tobacco, Nicotine Pouches, and emerging product platforms.
• Translate consumer, sensory, and business insights into product development opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with Research & Development (R&D), Scientific Regulatory Affairs (SRA), Brand teams, and Project Management Office (PMO) stakeholders.
• Drive improvements in product development methodologies, processes, and ways of working.
• Lead product evaluation activities and provide data-based recommendations for portfolio and product decisions.
• Coordinate project plans, timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder alignment across multiple initiatives.
• Work with external suppliers, agencies, and development partners to support innovation objectives.

Qualifications

• Storytelling: A robust commercial understanding and the ability to translate business questions into actionable recommendations and implications are essential.

Professional Experience

• Experience in product development, sensory science, consumer insights, innovation, category management, flavor development, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of product development and innovation processes.

Education

• University degree in Marketing, Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Language and Computer Skills

• Excellent English language skills.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset with experience interpreting sensory, consumer, market, and technical data.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate consumer insights and strategic objectives into actionable product plans while effectively managing multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and eagerness to learn across product categories and technologies.

Application Process

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.