Job Description

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

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 a part of this journey!

BAT SOUTH AFRICA IS LOOKING FOR A COUNTRY MANAGER BOTSWANA & NAMIBIA TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN JOHANNESBURG

SENIORITY LEVEL: Middle Management

FUNCTION: Commercial

SUB FUNCTION: Trade

LOCATION: South Africa, Johannesburg

REPORTS TO: Commercial Director SA & BLNE

GEOGRAPHIC SCOPE: Botswana & Namibia

TRAVEL REQUIRED: 50% of the time.

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Lead, Manage & Control BAT in a market(s) with the view and purpose in mind to achieve the company vision & to deliver the business objectives agreed to within the area. The mission is to achieve growth in the market by developing a fit for purpose team passionately focused on building a responsible consumer-oriented company.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Meet stated company objectives with specific responsibility for growing volume and value share, achieving profitability targets and managing consumer price levels.

• Develop and manage a Trade Marketing Team and supporting the organization in delivering best practice trade marketing execution to all channels.

• Represent BAT in all relevant trade associations and government forums.

• Provide input to the Business Unit strategy and prepare short term and long-term business plans and budgets.

• Lead the development of best practice key account management across the market.

• Ensure all activities, communication and practices are in adherence to BATs stated policies and guidelines.

• Manage the efficient administration, throughout the BAT structure, of all BAT financial and other assets.

• To train and develop personnel to the highest FMCG standards utilizing relevant BAT training packages as the foundation for this development.

• To install a coaching culture throughout the operation to deliver on the job enhancement to BAT's standard training packages.

• To ensure that BAT complies with company law and compliance with various corporate governance codes.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

• 2-3-year experience in similar role

• Project Management experience

• Clear understanding and ability to implement BAT's Trade Marketing practices.

• Strong negotiating skills.

• An in-depth understanding of Consumer Marketing.

• A basic understanding of primary and secondary production processes.

• Experience and knowledge of supply chain logistics and management.

• Previous experience with overseeing Finance activities in a country or Functional Business Unit

• Strong analytical and commercial skills.

• Leadership and team management skills.

• Strong communication skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in management or similar areas.

• Experience with managing Key Accounts & Strong Relationship Building

• Experience working in a matrixed organization

WE ARE BAT

At BAT 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 BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women's Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. 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!

BATSA is an equal opportunity employer who believes in the power of a truly diverse workforce. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups as we aim towards achievement of our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy and Employment Equity plan.

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