Trade Operations Executive

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

As the Trade Operations Exec, you serve as a key liaison across Area Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, Independents and Symbols, Wholesalers, Distributors, and Consumer Experience—developing channel and account plans, managing campaigns, and analysing results to optimise performance. Complementing this, you support national Field Force operations—driving operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement of tools and processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Act as cross-functional liaison across Area Marketing, Finance, Independents & Symbols, Wholesalers & Distributors, Supply Chain, and Consumer Experience.
• Support development and execution of cycle plans for each account/channel: launches, portfolio management, listing fees, visibility and activation activities.
• Create trade plans that achieve S&I targets; plan and allocate resources per cycle for execution excellence.
• Identify right geographies, store types and selling opportunities to design and implement cycle plans.
• Ensure timely delivery of activities with contributions from relevant departments; follow up to uncover insights on success rates and ROI.
• Use insights to optimize future cycle plans, minimizing investment and maximizing outputs.
• Support development of Brand Coverage, Trade Coverage and Retail Classification Model for UK EM.
• Conduct progress review meetings; present plans and projects to stakeholders.
• Identify key business initiatives to drive growth within trade cycles.
• Monitor active campaigns; track results against cycle plans; flag performance issues and successes.
• Establish KPIs for account planning; monitor and report performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and EH&S policies.
• Coordination with the agency in the management of the Fleet & Telematics.
• Identify and implement new ways of working to improve Field Force efficiency.

What are we looking for?

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, notably PowerPoint and Excel.
• Project management experience; ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle large amounts of information and draw conclusions; analytical with attention to detail and big-picture thinking.
• Knowledge of UK Field Trade operations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; ability to converse at multiple seniority levels.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and functions; strong stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; results-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to work autonomously and lead by example.
• Bachelor's Degree.

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. 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.