2026 Operations Global Graduate Management Trainee

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!

Our Global Graduate Program (GGP) is an entry-level opportunity designed for college graduates with 1-3 years of work experience who want to fast-track their career, globally. BAT is a market leader in over 55 countries with over 55,000 employees. The GGP prepares you for a Lead Manager role within one year, with international career opportunities across BAT's footprint.

As a Global Graduate in Finance, you'll learn the business of Finance from top to bottom, inside and out. Our Finance team is comprised of four Centers of Excellence – Corporate, Commercial, Operations, and Competitive Insights. While you'll be assigned to one COE, you may have the opportunity to get exposure to each of these COEs as part of your immersion in Finance. You'll develop remarkable skills, understand best practices, and learn how Finance partners with functional leaders throughout the organization to achieve business results.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Own key projects that drive business and financial results (i.e. Procurement, Supply Chain, ESG, Safety, Process Analysis/Optimization, Quality, Resource Utilization, Waste Reduction, etc.)
• Leading your own team (depending on assignment).
• Deliver assigned projects at a high-level through collaboration and self-leadership.
• Investigate and analyze more complex issues and defer to higher tiers of support as appropriate.
• Support Change management initiatives.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Industrial Management, Business, STEM or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in Operations or related field.
• High academic performance.
• Prior internship, practicum experience; student organization or other leadership experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong business acumen and a strategic mindset.
• Intellectual curiosity and ambition.
• Bold and innovative thinkers who thrive in collaborative environments.
• Committed to making an impact and driving results.
• Strong eye for business and a strategic approach.
• Intellectual curiosity and ambition.
• Eager to take on complex challenges and demonstrate tenacity and perseverance.
• Ability to learn on the fly and apply learnings to make value-maximizing decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. Comfortable developing and delivering presentations utilizing data and insights
• Previous experience with IWS or Lean methodologies.
• Efficient use of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams).

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.