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 TobaccoSri Lanka has an exciting opportunity for an Agronomy and Research Executive in Kandy, Sri Lanka
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Support deployment and monitoring of agronomy trials at leaf field level.
- Support the implementation of the agronomy plan for CTC leaf.
- Contribute to innovation initiatives within the leaf function.
- Work closely with the Global Leaf Application Development team to develop and drive research priorities for Leaf.
- Identify productive areas by testing soils for potential expansion while ensuring no environmental harm.
- Ensure the farming community supplying CTC leaf adheres to sustainability standards and best practices for tobacco cultivation through FSMA monitoring.
- Actively support the Leaf EHS agenda by driving actions to close gaps and meet EHS targets.
- Ensure adherence to all BAT P&IT guidelines and standards.
- Support laboratory and regulatory requirements ensuring timely submissions and compliance with standards.
- Support crop volume planning and GLTP factory operations along with defining specs
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor of Agriculture, Science or equivalent qualification
- Sound Communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence within CTC & beyond
- Analytical expertise, with high learning agility
- Change management skills with a keen eye for innovation.
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.