Job Details

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. 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!

SENIORITY: Management level

REPORT TO: Head of Trade, Iraq

FUNCTION: Marketing

LOCATION: Erbil, Iraq

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The Business Development Manager at BAT Iraq will be responsible for executing trade strategies, managing budgets, and driving market growth. The role involves overseeing consumer engagement, optimizing processes, and collaborating closely with distributors to ensure successful campaign implementation. The manager will also work with cross-functional teams to identify and capitalize on new growth opportunities.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Uplift Route to Market capabilities through engagements and trainings
• Develop and execute channel strategies and trade operational plans
• Explore new opportunities for growth and highlight gaps with the right interventions
• Oversee Consumer Engagement platform while ensuring efficient deployment across various channels
• Effectively manage the trade budget
• Ensure execution excellence of all deployed campaigns
• Setting Comprehensive Cycle Instructions and cascading it to the distributor
• Work closely with the distributors to monitor competition intelligence and activities
• Utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of brand strategies
• Build multi-functional relationships and create an environment where information & resources are shared in pursuit of business goals
• Close and coherent working relationship with Brand Marketing and End markets to effectively implement the cycle calendar
• Identify processes that can be optimized and improved
• Drive innovation within the trade function

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with at least 5 years of experience
• FMCG experience is a plus
• Ability to multi-task in a fast pace environment
• Great interpersonal skills
• Effective influencing skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Strong MS office skills, mainly Excel and Power Point
• Well organised with good time management skills

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.