Innovative and goal-oriented Management professional committed to Innovation & Engineering. Dedicated leader and team player skilled at project management & product development. Drives company growth through hardworking mentality, diverse and cross functional experience and deep business understanding. Hands-on and straight to the point.
Hi, I’m
Jens Franzen
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Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
JT International
Global Engineering RRP Technology Manager
07.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Engineering project management and Capex planning for global projects and rollouts (> USD 20 MM)
- Development of innovative equipment with focus on flexibility and automation for RRP products
- Factory engineering support for Capex projects & IWS deployment
JT International
M&S GSC Innovation Manager
02.2020 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Led innovation feature and product development for combustibles in a cross-functional environment
- Created consumer centric innovation strategies and roadmaps
- Increased market performance by various innovative product launches
- Improved team performance by providing dedicated engineering and supply chain expertise
JT International
Global Engineering M&P Technology Manager
08.2014 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Implemented global investment projects including managing budgets and timings
- Developed innovative engineering solutions and product features for specific markets and consumer requirements
- Ensured correct factory Capex planning and project implementation
JT International
Process Control Engineer
10.2009 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Led Engineering & Capex projects at factory level
- Optimized factory processes by implementing and improving factory and equipment automation systems
Education
University of Applied SciencesTrier, Germany
Master of Science from Electrical Engineering
University Overview
University of Applied SciencesTrier, Germany
Bachelor of Science from Electrical Engineering
University Overview
Executive EducationHult - International Buisness School London
Leadership in Action 2023
University Overview
Skills
- Project & Capex Management
- Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing
- Cross Functional Team Leadership
- Innovation & Product Development
- Supply Chain Management
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Marketing & Sales experience
- Profound business understanding
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Global Engineering RRP Technology Manager
JT International
07.2023 - Current
M&S GSC Innovation Manager
JT International
02.2020 - 07.2023
Global Engineering M&P Technology Manager
JT International
08.2014 - 01.2020
Process Control Engineer
JT International
10.2009 - 07.2014
University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science from Electrical Engineering
University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Science from Electrical Engineering
Executive Education
Leadership in Action 2023
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