Buyer

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!

A Buyer is responsible for the company’s end to end sourcing of products and services (indirect materials) essential for company’s operations. Position includes all phases of sourcing that require the skills necessary to identify cost savings opportunities, create competitive environment, creatively negotiate, support contracting process to assure availability of all products and services to support company objectives and protect company from unfavorable conditions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Understands customer requirements including their business goals to be able to deliver business benefits
• Responsible for the development and execution of sourcing plans within the End Market/Cluster and delivering added value in terms of high level service and savings, while building strong business relationships
• Challenges demand and requirements and manage customer expectations to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement
• Communicates appropriate supply chain and procurement messages regarding strategies, process and policies to customers, to ensure compliance and engender a common understanding of each other’s goals and targets
• Collaborates effectively with the Global Procurement team on above-market initiatives
• Shares knowledge and expertise with the other EM and leverage where appropriate
• Supports business in driving business agenda and playing a role of procurement business partner supporting the smart spend management and supplier management
• To apply global/local 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.

What are we looking for?

• At least two (2) years experience in the management of the procurement of marketing and corporate indirect goods and services in procurement department of multinational companies
• Proven capability of applying supplier management techniques to ensure contracted benefits are delivered.
• Professional knowledge of procurement principals, including solid negotiation skills.
• Sound knowledge of local Italian corporate regulations and legislation
• Excellent analytical, presentation skills and project management
• Solid commercial awareness, interpersonal and communication skills,
• Fluency in English
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite of Excel and Power Point, knowledge of Power BI
• Please apply with your CV in English

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.

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, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise 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 optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.