Product Developer II

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!

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead and deliver assigned projects within the THP Consumables product development portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational practices and timelines.
• Apply technical expertise and scientific principles to enhance product development processes and methodologies.
• Execute exploratory product development workstreams and support the 5-year innovation pipeline through new product launches and internal capability building.
• Design and prepare consumer research samples, ensuring high standards of physical, chemical, and sensorial quality.
• Coordinate factory validation of new products via the Material Qualification System, ensuring readiness for scale-up.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to build innovation capabilities and deliver products that meet market and consumer needs.
• Work cross-functionally with departments like Commercial, Quality, Manufacturing, and Operations to support product scale-up and commercialization.
• Support team development and contribute to securing IP protection for new technologies, working with LEX and guiding junior team members.

What are we looking for?

• Solid experience in FMCG product development and manufacturing, preferably in Tobacco or THP.
• Strong knowledge of consumer insights and research, including setting up studies and interpreting results to inform product decisions.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to analyze product testing data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence mid-to-senior level stakeholders across departments.
• Good understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements, as well as intellectual property considerations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, and apply creative thinking to solve problems under pressure.
• Experience in a supervisory or team leadership role is a plus, with the capability to mentor junior team members and build technical capability.
• Holds a degree in a relevant technical field, or equivalent industrial experience.

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.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of 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, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an 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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.