RRP Product Design Manager
JT International S.A. Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
Tobacco Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
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About the role
The RRP Product Design Manager leads the design stream for cross-functional programs, translating consumer insights and business priorities into credible product solutions. They coordinate internal and external design resources while overseeing the entire product development lifecycle from concept to mass production.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant design or engineering field and possess at least 10 years of experience in product development. Strong expertise in industrial design, mechanical integration, and stakeholder management is required to succeed in this senior role.
Full description
At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI.
To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best.
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RRP Product Design Manager
The RRP Product Design Manager creates, develops and evolves distinctive products, accessories, packaging, and Color, Material and Finish solutions across the Reduced-Risk Products portfolio. The position translates consumer needs, emerging technologies, and complex hardware architectures into intuitive, refined, and industrially credible experiences while strengthening the organization’s in-house product design capability.
Position:
As the RRP Product Design Manager, you will:
- Lead the design stream of assigned cross-functional programs, translating consumer insights and business priorities into distinctive concepts and industrially credible solutions
- Coordinate internal and external design resources, including colleagues, agencies, model makers, and suppliers, to create meaningful consumer value and a coherent design vision
- Apply systems thinking and Jobs-to-be-Done approaches to strengthen problem framing, decision-making, and opportunity identification
- Lead design activities throughout New Product Development, from early exploration and detailed design through industrialization and mass production
- Identify and resolve complex design issues, anticipate downstream risks, and work with partner functions to balance quality, cost, and timing
- Strengthen the in-house design culture through mentoring, design methodologies, and the sharing of knowledge and best practices
- Monitor global design trends, emerging technologies, and competitor systems to contribute to future design directions and portfolio evolution
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Design Engineering, Human-Centered Design, Engineering, Innovation, or a related discipline
- Advanced degree in Design Leadership, Innovation Management, Business Administration, or an equivalent discipline is considered an asset
- At least 10 years of experience in product design, industrial design, innovation, product development, or a related discipline
- Proven experience delivering consumer-facing products and experiences from concept through industrialization and mass production
- Experience working in multicultural, cross-functional, and matrix organizations
- Experience collaborating with research and development, commercialization, and product management functions
- Strong expertise in concept generation, detailed design, prototyping, visualization, mechanical and electronic integration, ergonomics, packaging, and Color, Material and Finish
- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate consumer insights, business priorities, and technology opportunities into clear design directions
- Ability to balance consumer desirability, technical feasibility, and business viability
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to guide agencies, model makers, suppliers, and other external resources through clear briefs and constructive design challenges
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality, delivery timelines, and program milestones
- Fluent written and spoken English, with additional languages considered an asset
- Curiosity about emerging technologies and artificial intelligence-enabled design tools
What to expect:
You can expect a senior, hands-on design position with responsibility across the complete product development process, from early exploration through industrialization and mass production. The role offers close collaboration with innovation, research and development, brand, commercialization, product management, agencies, and suppliers, together with the opportunity to shape future design directions, address complex product challenges, mentor colleagues, and strengthen the visibility and impact of product design across the organization.
Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.
