ITG Brands
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Product Specifications Specialist
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ITG Brands .
Who We Are ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity. ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace where inclusion, creativity, and bold thinking drive progress. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table. We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.
Responsibilities
Specification and Product data management
Manages and maintains material/product regulatory compliance documentation in central specification system ensuring record completion for all products manufacturing, e.g., creation and maintenance of all Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product specifications.
Ensures timely delivery of current, approved BoMs and specifications to production facilities to assure compliance with regulatory requirements and accuracy and integrity of all product specifications.
Manages routing of all specifications including finished goods, intermediate goods, ingredients, packaging materials, and formulations with multifunctional stakeholders to ensure Marketing initiatives are met according to established timelines.
Identifies optimization opportunities to reduce complexity and streamline where possible by analyzing project workflows.
Subject Matter Expert and Resource
Serves as a product compliance subject matter expert (SME) and resource for key stakeholders.
Provide product compliance support across all portfolios to multifunctional stakeholders as requested.
Evaluates product ideas and/or enhancements to existing products to translate research and market requirements into marketable products that meet qualifications.
Establishes and maintains strong partnerships to communicate relevant information and changes, regulatory requirements, and provides direction and support in collecting, developing, and maintaining substantiation documentation.
Drives approval processes related to materials and BoMs.
Process Standardization and Change Control
Provides support to Change Control process as required, e.g., audit and inspection support activities, may initiate when applicable.
Standardize processes and platforms for the efficient and effective management of information flows and reporting requirements in alignment with change control processes.
Develop, implements, and maintain compliance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and supports related initiatives.
Responsible for peer review process in partnership with functional peers.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Science, Engineering, Computer Information Systems (CIS) or related field of study and 3+ years related work experience.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Work experience to include, but is not limited to:
Experience in Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulated environment.
Specification/BoM Maintenance in electronic specification database.
Project Management.
Knowledge of:
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams.
SAP or similar ERP system.
Skilled in:
Verbal and written communication.
Attention to detail.
Problem/situation analysis.
Effective time and task management.
Multitasking capabilities.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Ability to:
Travel internationally up to 5% and domestically up to 5%.
Communicate to a broad and diverse audience.
Work collaboratively cross-functionally.
Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects or programs.
Maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrate critical thinking.
Work with diverse populations and varying education levels.
Receive and communicate information orally and in writing.
Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years relevant work experience.
Experience working with QAD Precision Software.
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system experience.
Work Environment and Physical Demand
Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves light weight objects (up to 10 lbs.).
Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods.
Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment.
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Identify and distinguish shades of color.
What We Offer
Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans.
Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution.
15 Company-paid holidays.
Generous paid time off.
Employee recognition and discount programs.
Education assistance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Hybrid workplace – remote / in office.
Summer hours.
Casual dress policy Monday through Friday.
Applicant Information This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.
Employment type: Full-time.
Job function: Sales and Business Development.
Industries: Manufacturing.
Salary: $155,000.00-$165,000.00. Location: Raleigh, NC. Posted 1 day ago.
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Product Specifications Specialist
role at
ITG Brands .
Who We Are ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity. ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace where inclusion, creativity, and bold thinking drive progress. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table. We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.
Responsibilities
Specification and Product data management
Manages and maintains material/product regulatory compliance documentation in central specification system ensuring record completion for all products manufacturing, e.g., creation and maintenance of all Bills of Materials (BoMs) and product specifications.
Ensures timely delivery of current, approved BoMs and specifications to production facilities to assure compliance with regulatory requirements and accuracy and integrity of all product specifications.
Manages routing of all specifications including finished goods, intermediate goods, ingredients, packaging materials, and formulations with multifunctional stakeholders to ensure Marketing initiatives are met according to established timelines.
Identifies optimization opportunities to reduce complexity and streamline where possible by analyzing project workflows.
Subject Matter Expert and Resource
Serves as a product compliance subject matter expert (SME) and resource for key stakeholders.
Provide product compliance support across all portfolios to multifunctional stakeholders as requested.
Evaluates product ideas and/or enhancements to existing products to translate research and market requirements into marketable products that meet qualifications.
Establishes and maintains strong partnerships to communicate relevant information and changes, regulatory requirements, and provides direction and support in collecting, developing, and maintaining substantiation documentation.
Drives approval processes related to materials and BoMs.
Process Standardization and Change Control
Provides support to Change Control process as required, e.g., audit and inspection support activities, may initiate when applicable.
Standardize processes and platforms for the efficient and effective management of information flows and reporting requirements in alignment with change control processes.
Develop, implements, and maintain compliance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and supports related initiatives.
Responsible for peer review process in partnership with functional peers.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Science, Engineering, Computer Information Systems (CIS) or related field of study and 3+ years related work experience.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Work experience to include, but is not limited to:
Experience in Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulated environment.
Specification/BoM Maintenance in electronic specification database.
Project Management.
Knowledge of:
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams.
SAP or similar ERP system.
Skilled in:
Verbal and written communication.
Attention to detail.
Problem/situation analysis.
Effective time and task management.
Multitasking capabilities.
Flexibility and adaptability.
Ability to:
Travel internationally up to 5% and domestically up to 5%.
Communicate to a broad and diverse audience.
Work collaboratively cross-functionally.
Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage projects or programs.
Maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrate critical thinking.
Work with diverse populations and varying education levels.
Receive and communicate information orally and in writing.
Prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years relevant work experience.
Experience working with QAD Precision Software.
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system experience.
Work Environment and Physical Demand
Requires light physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves light weight objects (up to 10 lbs.).
Walks, sits, or stands for prolonged periods.
Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment.
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Identify and distinguish shades of color.
What We Offer
Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans.
Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution.
15 Company-paid holidays.
Generous paid time off.
Employee recognition and discount programs.
Education assistance.
Employee referral bonus program.
Hybrid workplace – remote / in office.
Summer hours.
Casual dress policy Monday through Friday.
Applicant Information This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.
Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.
Employment type: Full-time.
Job function: Sales and Business Development.
Industries: Manufacturing.
Salary: $155,000.00-$165,000.00. Location: Raleigh, NC. Posted 1 day ago.
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