Supply Network Manager

at  British American Tobacco

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To ensure delivery of an optimal end to end Supply plan for the assigned DRBU / Category considering cash, cost and service levers.
• Request. Run and approve “scenarios” for the DRBU / Category within defined levels.
• Review dashboards to highlight exceptions and drive / seek approval for required actions to mitigate as required.
• Creation and approval of inventory stockholding or other relevant policies within defined levels.
• Creation & approval of new segmentation strategies within defined levels.
• Creation & approval of parameter automation policies as a result of segmentation strategies within defined levels.
• Defining the relevant planning horizons; frozen, scheduling and planning.
• Make day to day planning decisions for the assigned DRBU / Category.
• Drive continuous improvement and change management in order to deliver sustainable change and the end game Operations vision
• To ensure all Planning relevant Master Data is complete and correct across all required systems.
• May own activities from following roles (depending on the size and complexities of the Area/category): Distribution & Inventory or Master Planner

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 3-5 years across Planning, Logistic, NPI (Manufacturing & Commercial experience would be an advantage)
• Leading small sized, diverse teams

TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL / LEADERSHIP SKILLS REQUIRED

• Very good interpersonal and communication skills
• Very good analytical and digital skills
• A range of Supply Chain knowledge / experience (process, metrics)
• Strong knowledge in IWS, CI tools, and agile concept
• Good demonstratable leadership capabilities, for example:
• Anticipation in order to shape the future rather than react to it.
• Resilience
• Ability to make smart decisions in the face of ambiguity.
• Curiosity to seek out new ideas and knowledge.
• Challenging complexity and seeking out simpler / faster ways of working.
• Driving empowerment at all levels.
• Developing teams and individuals.
• Setting high standards and delivering outstanding results.

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• University degree (Supply Chain related major could be an advantage)
• Mastery in advanced planning system could be an advantage

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.
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WHAT ARE THE KEY OBJECTIVES AND EXPECTATIONS FROM THIS ROLE?

• Support the delivery of Cash, Cost, Service, and SNO KPIs for the assigned Area/Category
• As SNO SPOC working with Category/Area Ops and Supply Chain to help achieve Area/Category, Direct Reporting Business Unit (DRBU) & Region’s targets
• Drive the adoption and implementation of digital transformation initiatives (Integrated Planning Transformation, Hive, Clear Metal, PBI, and other online tools) for the assigned Area
• Drive the people upskilling and capabilities building for the assigned Area/Category
• Facilitate and explore process simplification working with Category/ Area, DRBU, Regional VSE, and SNO Transformation team

WHAT IS THE DIRECT IMPACT OF THIS ROLE ON THE TEAM OR ORGANIZATION?

Execute the strategy and decision for the assigned Area in line with DRBU & Regional direction
Reports to
Senior Supply Network Manager
Number of Direct Reports
Approximately 3-6
Core Relationships
Internal – SNO, Category, Area, DRBU & factory team, Logistic
External – Suppliers, Logistic providers
Geographic Scope
Area/ Category
Travel Required
No