Procurement Business Manager

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!

As a Procurement Manager for Czech Republic and Slovakia, you will be responsible for handling the company’s end to end indirect spend sourcing operations. The successful candidate will be able to appraise and improve our sourcing activities by analyzing the company’s spending, supplying partnerships and implementing new opportunities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage the company’s indirect supply portfolio, develop sourcing plans and ensuring transparency of spending.
• Generate and implement efficient category sourcing and category management strategies.
• Ensure contract(s) meet the business requirements through the execution of the strategic sourcing process.
• Apply global policies, standards and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach and to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.
• Analyze procurement costs, identify savings opportunities, and optimize sourcing procedures
• Cooperate with internal and external partners to guarantee agreement on terms and processes.
• Invent negotiation strategies and secure profitable deals.
• Develop and execute negotiation strategies to secure profitable deals while optimizing sourcing procedures for maximum efficiency.
• Conduct market analysis, benchmark costs, and anticipate shifts in supplier dynamics to mitigate risks and establish partnerships with reliable vendors.

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience as a Sourcing or Procurement Manager, with expertise in supplier and contract management.
• Familiarity with sourcing, vendor management, and relevant software tools (e.g., Coupa, SRM, SAP).
• Thorough knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities and competitor activity, and expected trends at a local / geographic level.
• Understanding of market dynamics, financial evaluation, cost drivers, and supplier records analysis.
• Proficiency in developing contracts and agreements for high-risk categories, ensuring compliance with corporate regulations.
• Experience managing large-scale, cross-country projects, with a focus on service delivery, performance improvement, and savings.
• Professional knowledge of procurement principles, advanced negotiation skills, and project leadership abilities.
• Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration;
  CIPS certification or equivalent is an advantage.
  

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.