iws people & culture business partner

We are currently looking for a motivated talent to join our team at Xanthi factory (SEKAP) as an IWS People & Culture Business Partner. In this role, you will be the bridge between our Integrated Working System (IWS) roadmap and our People & Culture strategy - empowering our people to grow, innovate, and perform at their best. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how we develop capabilities, enhance collaboration, and drive transformation within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Join us in shaping a culture of continuous improvement!

About IWS (Integrated Working System)

SEKAP factory operates under the Integrated Working System (IWS), an end-to-end operating model that drives efficiency, productivity, and quality by fully integrating people, processes, and technology. IWS is built on three core pillars: one team, accountability, and zero losses, empowering all functions to continuously improve performance, eliminate waste, and sustain operational excellence.

What will you do? 

 As the IWS P&C Business Partner in Xanthi factory, you will:

• Champion the integration of IWS principles & methodologies into key People & Culture processes, including employee’s performance, growth/development plans and succession planning

• Ensure P&C strategies are aligned with business & factory priorities, boosting performance, engagement, and organizational agility

• Support employees’ lifecycle (incl. recruitment, onboarding, development & retention initiatives) tailored to the specific needs of the industry

• Design and facilitate impactful training programs and capability-building workshops to strengthen organizational competencies

• Participate in initiating and implementing the internal communication strategy, fostering open dialogue and promoting collaboration across all levels of the organization to build trust and alignment

• Leverage data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement, track progress to drive continuous growth and support continuous enhancement of P&C practices

Within 6 months, you will:

• Gain a solid understanding of IWS methodologies and how they connect with key P&C processes (performance, onboarding, development)

• Support the integration of IWS tools and practices into daily P&C routines, ensuring consistency and clarity across the factory and fostering effective internal communication

• Collaborate closely with your manager and key stakeholders to identify capability-building needs and help deliver related activities

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience as an HR Business Partner

• Experience with IWS or similar continuous improvement systems will be considered as an asset

• Proficient in Greek and English

• Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills

• Demonstrated ability to understand complex business dynamics and drive strategic P&C initiatives in evolving environments

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

What to expect: 

Expect growth opportunities, trainings, good compensation package, social security package. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor.