JTI – Japan Tobacco International Hiring for Anti-Illicit Trade Operations Manager Job at Dubai Full Time

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Anti-Illicit Trade Operations Manager

Position purpose:

A person on that position will be responsible for protecting JTI brands from the illicit trade that adversely impacts on JTI markets, especially illicit white manufacturers present in Dubai, and also from production of counterfeit JTI brands, which damage JTI reputation.

The Anti-Illicit Trade Manager will introduce a strong presence to ensure proactive and preventative measures are implemented to protect both the company reputation and our supply chain.

The role includes, but is not limited to, identifying developing, managing and directing AITO programs through Service Providers (SPs) to undertake investigations & gather/share intelligence on the illegal trade in tobacco and its related products. Liaise with national and international law enforcement (LE) organizations across the region and when appropriate on a global basis.

It is also essential that you would work with local and regional Market Management, to provide a credible contribution to communicating the negative impact the illegal trade has on communities and the public purse. You will be also responsible for investigating and identifying sources of leakage of diverted products in accordance with JTI’s Policies and Procedures, reporting such outlets in an evidential format so that business decisions can be made by senior JTI management which are sound, accurate and factually based, in an effort to stem such flows.

What will you do – responsibilities:

• Developing intelligence: Responsible for enhancing and developing relationships with law enforcement and JTI Markets. Identify, recruit and manage Service Providers (SPs) in a manner consistent with all legal requirements and JTI Policy and Procedures

• Law enforcement liaison (LE): Support AITO Regional Teams efforts to impact on the smuggling of JT Group brands as well as any illicit sales of diverted genuine products within or outside the EU. This will include developing and directing investigations through SPs, setting clear objectives to identify quality information to share with LE and report on feedback. Organize illegal trade awareness and counterfeit recognition awareness for Customs and other law enforcement Agencies

• Reporting: Prepare detailed reports/updates on the progression projects and core objectives, including development and analysis of intelligence on all aspects of the illegal trade, the diversion of tobacco products monthly reviews, trend analysis and operational activities. An essential requirement will be the preparation of intelligence reports for dissemination to law enforcement and investigation reports to support ongoing AITO enquiries. Present orally to audiences within and outside of the company to demonstrate and explain AITO strategies and activities

• Internal relationships: Work in close cooperation with all functions/JTI Departments, i.e. CA&C, AITO, QA, IP, Legal and Markets. Maintain and develop excellent relationships in the company to support regional and market management to enhance AITO reputation

• Budgeting: Efficiently and effectively manage financial expenditure. Undertake robust financial planning and control and meet reporting obligations

• Travel: prepared to travel within MENEAT region and support AITO work on a global basis if required

Who are we looking for – requirements:

• Fluency in both oral and written English. Fluency in Arabic or another language would be a strong advantage
• Computer literate; experience in investigative/law enforcement operations/management or similar experience in private industry.
• University degree in business, economics, law or other related fields would be preferred
• Experience in conducting and managing investigations in public and/or private sector or in legal support services or the ability to demonstrate comparable business competencies
• Experience in working effectively with local and regional law enforcement and intelligence agencies would be beneficial
• Strong skills in use of Microsoft Office applications or similar

Recruitment process:

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.
Feedback will be provided to all interested candidates throughout the recruitment process.