Field Officer

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:

• Procurement of seed from Leaf Agronomy as per the requirement and onward distribution to farmers.
• Farmers’ registration as well as arrangement for seed sowing.
• Periodic arrangement of growers’ meetings/workshops in your area for conveying the company’s message regarding the quality requirements & education of growers.
• Ensure plantation of a suitable crop size in your area of jurisdiction, enabling the buying team to secure volumes as per company targets.
• Timely finalization of seedbed, crop & yield assessment surveys to enable management in getting to a real crop size.
• Ensure all the sustainability initiatives including FSM are completed as per expectation & timelines.
• Offer crop extension services to contracted growers for crop improvement, safe use of agrochemicals, implementation of standard methodologies, and improved curing techniques.
• Take guidelines from in-charge wherever it is necessary to improve knowledge about crop husbandry practices & then implement them at the farmer’s level.
• Afforestation initiatives including nursery raising, distribution of saplings, and ensuring their planting as per recommendations.
• Selection of better species and training of planting parties about post-planting care to ensure maximum survival.
• Conduct post plantation surveys and maintain record keeping in a PC-based database.

What are we looking for?

• Agriculture Graduate with 1 - 2 years of experience.
• In-depth knowledge about tobacco production, curing & grading.
• Proficient IT skills, particularly in MS Office.
• Creative methods in agricultural extension.
• Experience in arranging plantations and supervising research trials.
• Introduction of Standard methodologies through method/result demonstration.
• Proficient in seedbed, plantation, and production surveys.
• Understanding and implementation of Environment, Health & Safety policies.
• Fair knowledge of company’s job-related controls procedures and instructions.
• Awareness of competition strengths & weaknesses.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication, negotiation, training/mentoring, and motivation.
• High level of job dedication & willingness to remain in the field.
• Boldness to take initiatives.

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.