British American Tobacco BAT Careers

Job purpose and key deliverables:

Ready to boost your skills and build a career through unique and practical experiences?

We are glad to introduce XCELERATE, our internship programme that is designed for individuals who are looking to work in a dynamic global organization.

The programme comprises of functional projects which, you, as an intern will be assigned over a period of 1year. Along with accomplishing challenging tasks every day, you would receive mentoring you’re your assignment manager on your performance through a structured plan and defined set of deliverables, for you to grow both your business and leadership capabilities.

·Operations

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Procurement

Essential Requirements

• We expect you to have graduated from university student with a zeal for learning, someone driven and ambitious. We are looking for someone with an analytical approach, complimented by excellent organisational and planning skills.  Also, if you are opting for Trade Marketing & Distribution, you’ll need to  have a driving licence, be agile- with an appetite to live and work outside of Nairobi! 
• If you have the talent and expertise to make your mark in a global organisation that thrives on diversity, innovation and a commitment to helping people make the most of their abilities, send through your application!!

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Our Global Graduate Programme in Operations helps you develop outstanding Manufacturing, Corporate and commercial skills – full understanding of the fast paced and constantly evolving environment our Manufacturing functions work in.

Working in challenging markets and on complex projects, our Manufacturing team has a broad view of the business, and work together to deliver business needs. We act responsibly and responsively, improving efficiency and creating one truly integrated global manufacturing team.

WHAT IS THE GLOBAL GRADUATE PROGRAM & WHAT DO WE OFFER?

The Global Graduate Programme is a fast-track development initiative designed for fresh graduates who are eager to make a real impact from day one. This intensive 18-month programme aims to develop the next generation of leaders in BAT Operations Team, providing participants with a deep understanding of various operational areas, including:

• Make (Manufacturing): Hands-on experience in the manufacturing process.
• Plan (Balancing Supply with Demand): Mastering the art of supply chain management.
• Logistics: Navigating supply chain flow and strategy.
• Procurement: Focusing on innovation, smart spending, and quality partnerships.
• Service: Understanding consumer needs and supporting global business services transformation.
• Product Innovation: Collaborating with Marketing & Sales for innovative solutions.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Graduated with Bachelor’s in Engineering, Economics, Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Management, or related
• No more than 3 years post graduate experience
• Leadership demonstrated through extra-curricular activities
• Analytical and decision-making skills, as well as ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong intercultural competencies from international experiences
• Self-motivation, willingness to take initiative and a drive to succeed
• National and/or international mobility

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of the Commercial Finance – Operations subfunction.

The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Head of Leaf and ESA Commercial Finance Manager in all aspects of financial management, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, credit management, product costing and analysis. The Operations Commercial Finance Business Partner will also be responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.

Reports to: Commercial Finance (Operations) Senior Manager

Geographic Scope: Local

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Planning and execution of financial duties and projects;
• Managing the risks involved in the financial activities of the business;
• Managing pricing and farmers performance management,
• Manage leaf investments, by tracking spend vs. budget, and provide commentaries, and oversee farmer loan repayments;
• Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking, and reports;
• Evaluate the financial performance of the organization and measure returns on investments;
• Support Leaf growing and other Heads of Functions with matters pertaining to planning and budgeting cycles;
• Providing training to staff members regarding financial processes.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

General skills

• Ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English and Kiswahili, where applicable;
• Analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills; strong
• Ability to work and deliver under pressure and in a fast-pace environment;
• Good collaboration and interpersonal skills; effective communication and presentation skills
• Computer skills in ERP System (preferentially SAP); advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and ability to manage vast amounts of data;

Education / Qualifications / Experience Required

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related fields;
• CPA, ACA/ACCA certification is a plus;
• Minimum of 5-6 years’ relevant professional working experience; experience in FMCG is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Strong understanding of financial management obligations, especially statutory obligations and requirements;

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

As an HR Systems/Data Intern you will be managing and analysing human resources data to support organizational decision-making and improve HR processes. This internship requires a combination of analytical, technical, and interpersonal skills.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Data Management

• Collect, compile, and manage HR data from various sources, such as SF (Success Factors), and payroll
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain data dictionaries and documentation.

Data Analysis

• Analyse HR data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Generate reports and dashboards for HR and organizational leaders.
• Provide actionable recommendations based on data analysis.

System Administration

• Administer and maintain HR systems, including configuration, updates, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with IT and vendors to ensure the smooth functioning of HR systems.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency in HR operations.
• Recommend and implement changes to HR systems and processes.

HR Admin

• Support with employee JML process
• HRBP support

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerApps, Power Bi, or other data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with reporting and visualization tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyse HR data and extract meaningful insights.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in technology and organizational needs.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Recent graduate, having obtained in the last year your Bachelor's Degree from a relevant degree program.
• A maximum of 2 years of total work experience.
• 2 years of driving experience, with a valid driver's license.
• Creative thinker, open minded and committed to continuous learning.
• Proactive approach to tasks and projects and time-management prowess.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, capable of tackling diverse challenges in the field.

Interested applicants will have a chance to strive for development and contribute actively to the business through various projects in the Trade Marketing & Distribution function.

If you have the talent and expertise to make your mark in a global organization that thrives on diversity, innovation, and a commitment to helping people make the most of their abilities, send through your application!

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Recent graduate, having obtained in the last year your Bachelor's Degree from a relevant degree program.
• A maximum of 2 years of total work experience.
• 2 years of driving experience, with a valid driver's license.
• Creative thinker, open minded and committed to continuous learning.
• Proactive approach to tasks and projects and time-management prowess.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit, capable of tackling diverse challenges in the field.

Interested applicants will have a chance to strive for development and contribute actively to the business through various projects in the Trade Marketing & Distribution function.

If you have the talent and expertise to make your mark in a global organization that thrives on diversity, innovation, and a commitment to helping people make the most of their abilities, send through your application!

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies.

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

You will need to drive and manage leaf centre agronomy & extension services to achieve agreed quantity, quality and cost objectives. In addition, you will co-ordinate and manage all operations in the growing region to drive business agenda and foster positive business image.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Timely prepare, obtain approval from the LGM (K), implement and continuously monitor a crop action plan for the production of the agreed quality, quantity and cost of tobacco leaf.
• Timely evaluate and communicate to the LGM (K) progress on the approved action plan and leaf centre objectives to enable timely, effective and efficient decision making.
• Provide professional & technical coaching and assistance to the extension personnel and farmers to enable them grow high quality and quantity of tobacco at optimize returns.
• Continuously evaluate competitor activity and put in place counter measures to maintain competitive advantage.
• Disseminate as appropriate company policy on Growing Tobacco to farmers and the community for good corporate image
• Implement, coach and ensure compliance by all direct and indirect reports on all company guidelines and policies (EH&S, Afforestation, SOBC, procurement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, General standing instructions, Work ethics, fleet, IT & Accounting, among another related policies).
• Timely plan, forecast & communicate materials & supplies (M&S) requirement for the leaf centre.
• Identify, evaluate & manage business risks within the leaf growing region implementing short and long-term management measures while obtaining necessary approvals from LGM (K).
• Maintain on an on-going basis, good relations with all local stakeholders and community, local and national government departments and also business fraternity.
• Direct and co-ordinate leaf purchases, to ensure that leaf buying is carried out in a timely and accurate manner.
• Effectively manage loan issued to farmers to ensure crop quality and quantity objectives are met while minimising risk of loan defaulting
• Timely prepare obtain approval from LGM (K), implement and continuously monitor the leaf centre budget to ensure the achievement of cost objectives.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Holder of Bachelors degree Agriculture, Horticulture or Food science and technology.
• 6 years’ experience in crop production field, Fast moving consumer goods, Agriculture value chain or Agriculture supply chain.
• Own a valid motorbike license 
• Practical Knowledge of Crop production, grading and buying controls.
• Computer skills
• Self-drive and High Integrity

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The purpose of the Factory Risk and Security Intern is to support the Factory Security to drive a coordinated and cost-effective security risk management service to ensure that all business operations/activities within Kenya are effectively protected.

East Africa Markets poses a dynamic but volatile business environment, with various criminal threats that may adversely impact our factories and other critical assets including residential areas of our expatriate staff. It is essential that our staff, factories, leaf centres, market offices and are aware of these threats to enable an effective mitigation.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Assist in monitoring asset movement at Likoni factory site on a weekly basis and share trends to enable loss prevention measures.
• Conduct Security systems and equipment’s functionality checks and share improvements and ensure periodic maintenance as scheduled.
• Oversight people and Vehicle access facilitation ensuring that the process is smooth and seamless and share daily reports with the Factory security Manager.
• Support security weekly Factory Gemba walks and provide suggestions leading to measures/systems review or improvements.
• Inform the Factory security manager immediately of any incident concerning BAT operations, staff, BAT contracted staff, farmers and compile an initial incident report within 24 hours of the incident occurring.
• Support the Factory security manager in assigned security related activities at Likoni road Factory and GLT-Thika, primary and secondary supply chain.
• Prepare and submit weekly and Monthly security briefs to the Factory security manager on the performance of security systems and security related matters.
• Support implementation of agreed internal security control systems and procedures within at Likoni road Factory site and advise the factory security manager on implementation.
• Support in security Surveys and share survey reports with Factory security Manager.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Finance, Risk Management or Criminology
• Strong knowledge of electronic data analysis tools, such as Excel and other graphic presentation tools.
• Ability to produce timely, accurate and concise written and verbal reports and reviews.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Time management and the ability to prioritise, ensuring that varied and competing demands are met without compromising on quality.

BENEFICIAL

• Professional certification in Risk management or Project Management

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

British American Tobacco is all about freedom of choice — whether it’s our people or our products. Combined with our entrepreneurial spirit, it’s what’s driven our phenomenal success.  We started trading tobacco over a hundred years ago. Today, we’re a multibillion dollar company with more than 200 brands in our portfolio. With robust positions in each of our regional markets, our future looks equally bright too.

There’s no doubt our industry is controversial — we’re the first to admit that. But rest assured, we take a responsible approach to our trade. In each of our markets, we observe every local law regarding tobacco (in many cases going further through our own voluntary code). Not only that, we treat our farmers fairly, invest in the environment and help to sustain local communities.

We also excel at developing our own people into leaders of the future. As an organisation with a high-performance culture, we’ll expect a lot from you. But we’ll support you every step of the way to help you deliver. If you’re passionate and ambitious, rapid career progression is a reality here. And because we’re such a large company (we employ more than 55,000 people worldwide), there are plenty of exciting opportunities for you to develop a truly extraordinary career.

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Ready to boost your skills and build a career through unique and practical experiences
• We are glad to introduce XCELERATE, our internship programme that is designed for individuals who are looking to work in a dynamic global organization.
• The programme comprises of functional projects which, you, as an intern will be assigned over a period of 1 year. Along with accomplishing challenging tasks every day, you will receive coaching from your assignment manager through a structured plan and defined set of deliverables, for you to grow both your business and leadership capabilities.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• We expect you to have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University within the last year and a CPA or ACCA finalist.
• We are looking for someone driven, ambitious and with a zeal for learning. You will need to have an analytical approach, complimented by excellent organisational and planning skills.  
• If you have the talent and expertise to make your mark in a global organisation that thrives on diversity, innovation and a commitment to helping people make the most of their abilities, send through your application!