British American Tobacco, a truly global company with a highly successful past and an exciting future ahead. As one of the leading tobacco and nicotine companies across the globe, Specialties on Tobacco, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Corporate and Regulatory Affairs, Careers, FMCG, Agricultural operations, and Research & Development, we are always looking to offer our consumers new products, choices and advanced technologies. That’s why we’ve continuously expanded our product portfolio, explored new avenues and looked for fresh talent who can shape our future. From the successes of our traditional business to the acquisition of Reynolds American Inc. and our $billion investment in potentially reduced-risk products, we’re passionate about the future we’re building.

• work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products.
• negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers.
• control manufacturing and delivery processes.
• plan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met.
• oversee product storage, handling and distribution.
• use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery.
• coordinate and manage AREA /regional SC/global SC processes and accountabilities.
• work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analysing performance.
• manage the costs involved while maintaining quality.
• ensure you're aware of exactly what is happening throughout the supply chain.
• manage and motivate a team of supply chain staff.
• improve the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process.
• develop new and existing relationships with suppliers.
• manage and minimise the risks (for example operational or reputational) that could affect or interrupt the supply chain.
• consider the environmental impact of the supply chain in order to meet sustainability targets.
• implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in the sector.

Minimum Qualification & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering or a closely related field.

• .Master’s degree in Supply Chain, MBA or a relevant Field is preferable.

 Experience :

5 Years’ Experience in Supply Chain,Manufacturing Environment.

Required Skills & Knowledge:.

•             Excellent interpersonal- and communication skills to influence key stakeholders, and motivate large numbers of people.

•             Sound knowledge and experience of the tobacco processes and cigarette manufacture.

•             Able to lead and manage change within own area.

•             Knowledge of EHS standards and policies.

•             Exceptional analytical skills.

•             Computer literate.

•             Knowledge of raw materials and product in general.

•             Knowledge of factory information systems, AX, SAP or Other.