Job Description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

BAT UK IS LOOKING FOR SOURCING PLANNING EXECUTIVE

JOB TYPE: Fixed-term until 31/12/2027

FUNCTION: Operations

SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Southampton, United Kingdom

Role summary

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

The aim of the Global Leaf Pool organization is to deliver reliable and responsive tobacco supply to the BAT Group at agreed quality, efficient global landed cost and stock levels. As the sourcing planning executive, the goal is to enable the planning activities through timely execution of system maintenance.

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

Reports to

Sourcing Planning Manager

Number of Direct Reports

0

Core Relationships

Internal –

• Sourcing Planning Team
• Supply Planning Team
• Leaf Sourcing Team
• GLP Finance
• Internal Suppliers

External –

• 3rd Party Suppliers
• IT Support Companies

Geographic Scope & Quantity

Global: all BAT and External Supplier

Volume & Quantity

Global Leaf Purchase checks >120MKGS

Number of SAs Review >50

>40 + Suppliers

>100 different Leaf CG

Other & Quantity

All commodities FMC & NC

Travel Required

N/A

Accountabilities

• Handle the lot creation activities, ensuring alignment across systems with agreed purchase plans and delivering against SLA timings
• Keeping the planning parameters accurately maintained through collaboration with the Senior Sourcing Planners to enable the planning (including but not limited to: trade types, sourcing rules, part sources, stock holding policies, blocks)
• Support the review and maintenance of the Digital Crop Plan application across the Crop Plan and Domestic Allocation modules
• Support the collaboration of the Supplier packing plans in Kinaxis to provide visibility of crop availability to the Deployment team. Support with the tracking of submissions to supervise compliance and adherence to plans.
• Develop effective working relationships with internal and external (3rd party) suppliers. Ensure sourcing execution work cohesively with sourcing and supply team

Experience, skills, knowledge

ESSENTIAL:

• Strong ability to collaborate with multiple teams to align data with business objectives
• Multi-tasking: strong interpersonal skills to handle multiple tasks, prioritize urgent orders and deliver against deadlines.
• Workflow Management: prioritizing data, resources, and tasks efficiently to support the overall sourcing planning process
• Ability to collate and coordinate large quantities of data; high level of attention to detail
• Adaptability and Flexibility: ability to adapt to changing conditions, demand fluctuations, and unexpected challenges.
• Communication Skills: clear and concise communication with suppliers, internal partners, and cross-functional teams.

Preferred:

• Understanding of Supply Chain Dynamics. A confirmed understanding of how supply chain activities impact suppliers, lead times, production schedules, and transportation
• Understanding of SAP systems.
• Knowledge of LEAF Markets and Supplier

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills

• Advanced in Excel
• Proficiency in ERP systems
• LEAF Supply Chain Understanding
• Strong collaboration and Supplier Relationship maintenance

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) in common fields like: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Operations Management

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.