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 has an exciting opportunity for Purchasing Planner in Sunway Geo, Selangor
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The Purchasing Planner will execute activities to support the delivery of Cash, Cost, Service, and SNO KPIs for the assigned Business Unit and actively adopt and implement digital transformation initiatives (Integrated Planning Transformation, Hive, P44, Kinaxis, SAP, PBI, and other online tools) for the assigned factory/end market.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Responsible for executing the firm orders within lead-time for suppliers whilst maintaining target inventory levels and optimal supplier price.
- Responsible for monitoring, actioning and resolving suppliers’ exceptions
- Responsible for aligning purchase orders in the firm zone
- Responsible for collaborating with the master planner (or SNP) and suppliers on purchase orders within lead-time.
- Responsible for monitoring and actioning inventory at risk of obsolesce
- Responsible to implement the phasing in and out of new/old materials as part of a controlled process (achieving agreed deadlines with minimum cost).
- Responsible for the purchasing, sourcing and transactional master data
- Responsible for sharing forecast with suppliers
- Responsible for monitor and act upon constraints within suppliers
- Proactively collaborate with supplier to drive long term process improvement
- Support resolution of invoicing issues by working with relevant Finance team
- Explore opportunities for improved planning efficiency and placing of materials orders
- Responsible for resolving any process /system issues to ensure compliance to business controls.
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or equivalent
- 1-3 years across Planning, Procurement, NPI (Manufacturing & Commercial experience would be an advantage)
- Mastery in material knowledge & procurement area could be an advantage
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Good analytical and digital skills
- Good Supply Chain and materials knowledge (process, metrics)
- Strong knowledge in IWS, CI tools, and agile concept
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.