BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
British American TobaccoUK has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Representative in Galway & Limerick Cities (Field Based, Ireland)
We’re looking for a Business Development Representative to join our Ireland Trade Marketing & Distribution team — someone who’s passionate about driving business growth, building strong relationships, and delivering commercial excellence across Galway and Limerick.
As a Business Development Representative, you’ll take ownership of key strategic city outlets, developing and strengthening partnerships with retailers while executing trade marketing and activation plans that drive brand visibility, availability, and performance.
You’ll be the face of BAT in your territory — identifying new opportunities, implementing business plans, and ensuring our brands are represented with excellence in every outlet you manage.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Bring BAT’s brands to life in your territory — driving flawless execution of trade and campaign activities.
- Build powerful partnerships with retailers, wholesalers, and vape channel owners to unlock growth opportunities.
- Grow key outlets through smart joint business planning and consistent, high-impact engagement.
- Make our products shine — ensuring the right range, visibility, and execution in every store you visit.
- Spot opportunities before anyone else — from local events to emerging accounts — and turn them into business wins.
- Own your territory’s performance, delivering stand-out trade activations and promotions that boost results.
- Harness digital tools and data to track impact, uncover insights, and continuously raise the bar.
- Stay agile and proactive, adapting to new trends and challenges in a fast-moving market.
What are we looking for?
- Experience in sales, trade marketing, or account management (FMCG experience preferred)
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Proven ability to deliver results through effective planning and execution
- Highly motivated, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with digital tools and reporting platforms
- Full driving licence and flexibility to travel within assigned territory
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.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognize that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their 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.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimizing your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
