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!
British American Tobacco Greece has an exciting opportunity for a Strategic Business & Demand Planning Executive in Athens
The role is responsible for driving continuous execution of the Planning & Forecasting processes, consistent with the company’s overall Strategy & in line with the Annual Planning Process, as well as the Marketing initiatives, in order to achieve volume and share objectives through the most effective and efficient utilization of resources.
The person on this role:
- Will be facilitating demand forecasting for both combustibles and new categories
- Will be integral part of shaping business transformation strategy in annual planning
- Will be providing key business & market analytics data as well as generating valuable insights and foresights.
- Will be a key lever in driving sustainable and efficient business growth.
- Must be professionally mature as the exposure will be significant and the stakeholder involved will be senior or top management
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading demand forecasting on SKU level so as to facilitate monthly and annual demand planning & forecasting.
- Providing accurate and timely volume performance analysis and demand forecasting.
- Ensuring accurate and timely reporting as per the Regional guidelines.
- Actively monitoring market key trends as well as competition performance & activities.
- Implementing pricing scenarios and support the creation of business cases.
- Supporting on the translation of Marketing & Trade strategies into actionable plans, both from demand forecasting and cycle activities perspective.
- Supporting on all required presentations for internal and external meetings.
- Tracking off-take performance against forecast, provide analysis and recommendations to manager and key stakeholders for remedial action.
- Building and maintaining good working relationships within department and intra-department to support implementation and smooth execution of demand forecasting.
- Identifying and proposing improvement opportunities in current process to enhance the effectiveness of the demand planning process within the organization.
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or other related field. Master’s Degree in any of the above areas will be appreciated.
- At least 3 to 4 years of experience in similar roles
- English Language certification, Greek is a must
- Previous experience with NielsenIQ, PowerBI & SAP would be preferable.
- Strong cognitive ability to build forecasting and tracking model from business needs.
- Strong analytical focus to be able to identify the right information source to extract sales/performance information and maintain performance KPI’s reports and troubleshoot.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Power Point
- Ability to manage time and work under pressure, adaptable, resilient and open to constant challenge.
- Attention to detail, critical analysis and utmost accuracy.
- Excellent skills when it comes to conducting various analysis and capability to effectively translate the insight into practice.
- Leadership skills demonstrated through confidently co-operating and collaborating across market functions and geographical markets.
- Openness, flexibility and willingness to adapt to a changing environment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
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.
