Planning Executive

at  British American Tobacco

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Proven track record of dedication and results
• Experience in Forecast planning, Data Analysis, Finance or Marketing
• Fluency in spoken and written English

TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL / LEADERSHIP SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual business understanding
• Advanced understanding of Excel, PowerBI and Power Point
• Flexible and ability to navigate through ambiguity

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.

WHAT ARE THE KEY OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTATIONS FROM THIS ROLE?

As a Strategic Planning Executive, you will play a crucial part of the planning process for Nordics, monitor and analyse performance of market performance, own the sales volume and share forecast for the assigned market(s).
You will be expected to work closely with colleagues from all departments across BAT and drive the commercial agenda with responsibility and ownership. With a steep learning curve and your own projects from the beginning, it will allow you to develop your career with support at every step of the journey, including on-going feedback and coaching.
The role is based in our Nordic head office in Copenhagen close to the Central Station and beautiful harbour. Delicious breakfast and lunch are provided daily, and we also have an office gym, ping pong table, games, and many social events! Take a virtual tour and learn more about our office culture on ‘Our Stories’ page on the careers website, or here: Welcome to BAT Denmark

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Analysing sales, market share, and market potential within the assigned market(s)
• Delivering and Communicating share and volume forecasts across categories
• Reviewing historical trends, demand drivers, insights and evaluate forecast results
• Provide input to our Brand and Trade teams on existing items and new products and evaluate performance
• Support cases with excellent benchmarking
• Manage monthly planning cycles in close collaboration with Line Manager and colleagues
• Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS or Sustainability standards and procedures.