Latest Openings at British American Tobacco

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• To be accountable for Transport & Warehouses for Secondary Supply Chain at the depot & XDock.
• To ensure service standardization and synergies
• To initiate, conduct and monitor stock count processes and procedures and report any deviations.
• Ensure all Invoices & required documents process.
• Ensure the depot warehouse and compliance records are maintained and provided as per BAT best practice and local regulations & SOX compliance.
• Comply with EHS policies and procedures.
• Continuous communication with Route Planning team to ensure calibration of master data to meet customers changing needs as well as ensuring KMs driven are accurate.
• Provide comprehensive feedback and analysis on Left on boards (LOB’s), Returns and Non-deliveries daily.
• Old/Obsolete stock and blocked stock management & Logistics Regression testing
• Ensure compilation and submission of Daily, Weekly & Monthly depot reports.
• Consolidation signs off and submission of month end stock take for warehouse for month end Finance reporting.
• To ensure excellent relationships with the following key external stakeholders: 3PLs, External Audit and Government Agencies to ensure smooth and efficient logistics operations and services.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

• Education: relevant degree
• 2-5 years’ experience in Logistics Supply Chain
• FMCG experience would represent an added advantage.
• Warehouse experience is mandatory.
• Knowledge of EH&S and Pest Management Principles
• Good level of SAP understanding (IM & Warehouse management module experience)
• Exposure to SAP is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of relevant computer systems & programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Team spirit and interpersonal skills
• Work on own initiative with minimum supervision

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WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• Support the Sr. HRBP, Operations in the People Agenda full implementation strategically aligned to Sub Saharan Africa ambition.
• Handle key HR activities which included talent acquisition, on-boarding, talent development initiatives, performance management per defined KPIs.
• Act as a link between functional needs and HR centres of expertise (Rewards, Organisation efficiency, Talent and Employee Services/Payroll) to ensure on-time-in-full-service level and support
• Provide proper guidance and advice to line managers and employees as the custodian of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist leaders in identifying, refining, and documenting complex HR needs and requests, when required
• Understand company’s HR policies / compensation frameworks, to properly assist in any reward interventions
• Support the team in leading change at the functional level, assessing the impact of business decisions on people, and supporting the desired employer brand and culture
• Provide insights, recommendations for employee engagement and wellness initiatives, as well guarantee execution and post-implementation reviews
• Support South Africa Operations in deploying IWS ORG Pillar (Integrated work system methodology), ensuring that the people agenda is aligned to improving manufacturing reliability, reducing costs and effectively elevating productivity (zero loss mentality)
• Support with Employee relations matters (as well as any needed Union engagement) such as disability cases, disciplinary and grievances as well as any important people matters.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or other related field
• 6-8 years’ demonstrable experience as a Business Partner and/or HR Generalist of which 2-3 years have been at managerial level.
• FMCG/Manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience in Talent (and/or Culture/Leadership) is a differential as there’s an underlying need in Operations to accelerate a robust Talent/engagement agenda
• Industrial and Employee Relations experience as well as sound knowledge of employment Laws and Legislation
• Able to understand and articulate business goals and recommend tailored approaches, policies, and procedures
• Capability of turning data into insights into actions which can contribute to the business
• Problem solving ability and critical thinking
• Experience of partnering and supporting employees and managers
• Advanced English, both written and spoken
• Fast learner and adaptability in fast-paced environments

BENEFICIAL

• Post Graduate HR Qualification
• Advanced Excel and Power Bi knowledg

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WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• To assist the Snr Marketing Finance Manager with the development and implementation of systems and processes for the management and control of Brand expenditure.
• To co- ordinate the preparation of the marketing budget/plan and to provide accurate and timely information to assist the Brand Team with the monitoring of on-going performance.
• Preparing high quality and accurate buiness case financial analysis for appraising marketing plans/projects in line with required internal governance framework, including support on Post-Implementation Reviews.
• Ensure that all budget holders receive and review their actual expenditure (budget vs actuals analysis and commentary as well) and that the revised estimates are received monthly.
• Ensure accurate financial management and control of marketing capital expenditure across the various functions including Owned Retail Network
• Responsible for Month-end and Financial Year End requirements relating to Brand expenditure and other processes.
• To ensure that the authorisation and approval limits are well communicated and understood by budget managers to ensure proper internal controls.
• Increase the level of financial awareness within the brand marketing function and to raise in particular the financial implications of decisions.
• Assist with the development and implementation of financial procedures in order to ensure that a high level of internal control exists. Provide financial information and advice so that effective decisions can be made.
• Provide financial input to help Brand Management optimise costs (Marketing Spend Effectiveness)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A minimum of 4 years relevant financial management experience (including internship / training programs)  
• Ideally at least 2 years of practical commercial finance experience with cross functional exposure
• An undergraduate degree with Finance and Accounting as key subject matters would be required (i.e. M+3)
• Recently qualified or In-Progress CIMA / CA qualification advantageous.
• Good understanding of monthly financial reporting requirements and processes
• Experience working with Shared Services ideal
• Understanding / exposure to SAP and BPC, with understanding of FI / MM / PA modules
• A commercial approach to activities with a thorough understanding of investment appraisal techniques (NPV, Pay-Back period)
• Robust understanding of accounting principles and internal controls
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to manage relationships across all levels within the company and externally
• Ability to work effectively with teams across different geographies
• Self-starter, ability to prioritise effectively and self-manage

BENEFICIAL:

• Project management skills
• Experience in Power Apps / automation

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WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Manage the annual planning & performance processes, including the requirements for Budget Review.
• Manage the monthly Demand Review and S&OP process – delivery of all the requirements to enable effective decision making in Area SOP process.
• Actively take part in providing recommendations and solutions for the ongoing development of the Global Cycle Planning tool.
• Support the Areas on all Planning process related matters Develop Cluster CDRM and planning calendars and ensure Area and Corporate planning calendars are aligned.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• BSc Degree in Numerate Discipline.
• 8+ experience in a leading FMCG company in a Brand, Insights or Trade Marketing role.
• Working understanding of Brand and Trade Strategy development.
• Working knowledge of Segmentation and Advanced Consumer cognitive research techniques.
• In-depth understanding of the inter-relationship between different data sources and the application thereof in the development of business insights.
• In-depth understanding of consumer and trade research data sources and sample structures, i.e. strengths and limitations.
• Good report writing skills; logical, structured, and concise.
• Broad overall business awareness and an understanding of the inter-relationship between business functions
• Effective communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and being a ‘team player’ are essential.
• Oracle methodologies / MR&I common platforms and best practices.
• Project Management capability where applicable.