Job Details

Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Junior Level

FUNCTION: IT

LOCATION: Winston-Salem, NC USA

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Reports to: Senior Manager DBS – Growth Management

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Core Relationships:               Internal –Growth Management, Trade Marketing, Finance, DBS Supporting Functions (Security, Data & Analytics, Growth Management Enterprise Solutions)

External – DBS Contractors

Geographic Scope: Local, DRBU

Travel Required: up to 10%

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• In this critical role you will be responsible for ensuring our pricing data solutions are developed and deployed effectively.
• Leading new projects and initiatives, from initial interaction with clients during the requirements discovery phase through implementation and deployment of the completed project
• Leading the technical direction for areas of responsibility by driving decisions and leading our technology delivery teams
• Operational excellence and continuous improvement for responsible processes/systems
• Leading and driving technical support teams toward project achievements and accurate delivery. Ability to lead and work through technical solutioning including identifying key requirements, technical limitations, and blockers to project delivery.
• Responsible for identifying technical gaps and potential solutions with technical support teams in order to drive business value.
• Responsible for architecting backend solutions to support pricing and discounting processes
• Eager to explore and identify new technologies, processes, and architectures to build a foundation for transformation.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum 2 years IT or related experience and large, cross-functional project experience requiring extensive business client collaboration.
• Experience in enterprise-level integration tools, techniques, & architecture and experience with project management and Agile software development.
• Experience in team-based work; thrives in a flexible atmosphere and can easily adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to effectively identify technical gaps and potential solutions with technical support teams in order to drive business value.

• Strong technical proficiency in the following:
  • Modern database systems, SQL and/or python programming
  • Cloud computing & big data technologies (AWS preferred)
  • ETL technologies/methods
• Desire to be a self-starter by taking the initiative to lead and influence others to accomplish goals
• Eager to come up with new technical process to help drive efficiencies for our Growth Management toolsets and Familiarity with BI/Analytic tools, MS Office proficiency.

• 4-year degree with a focus in computer science, information technology, or related field.

BENEFICIAL

• Experience/proficiency in the following technologies: Databricks, AWS, MicroStrategy.
• Agile project delivery experience/proficiency
• Experience leading multiple development/project teams’ code deployment using a CI/CD pipeline, automated testing platforms, etc.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building extraordinary capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most balanced companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not
• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year
• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support
• Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Free confidential personal financial counselling service
• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice
• Health-care concierge service
• Volunteer service opportunities
• Extensive training opportunities
• Company vehicle for eligible employees
• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
• Paid Leave:
  • Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)
  • Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).
  • Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)
  • Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity
  • Funeral Leave
  • Short-Term Disability Leave
  • Long-Term Disability Leave
  • Jury Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Released Time for Children’s Education
  • Community Outreach Leave
  • Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email atTalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.