Leaf Planning & Reporting Executive

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BAT UK IS LOOKING FOR A LEAF PLANNING & REPORTING EXECUTIVE

JOB TYPE: Fixed-term (until 31.12.2025)

FUNCTION: Operations

SALARY RANGE: competitive salary package + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Southampton, United Kingdom

 

ROLE SUMMARY

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?  

The Leaf Planning & Reporting Executive is responsible for execution and managing all reports required to support leaf Supply Planning cycle. Responsible for adhering to a standard monthly process and meeting agreed/prescribed Reporting standards, timeliness and accuracy, ensuring any reporting issues escalated and resolved in timely manner, suggests improvements in the area of responsibility.

 

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

 

Reports to

Senior Supply Planning Team Lead

Number of Direct Reports

N/A

Core Relationships

Internal: GLP Supply Planning, GLP Sourcing Planning, GLP Logistics, GLP Finance, GLP Sourcing, Factory Scheduling and Planning teams, Product team, Quality team, CF CoE, SNO production and distribution planning etc. 

External: Logistics service providers

Geographic Scope 

Global

Travel Required

N/A

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Execution and delivery of daily/week/monthly/quarterly/yearly reports as per agreed schedule/calendarEnsure data in reports are accurate through proper consistency checksSupports Leaf planning activities covering for Leaf supply plannerTakes required actions to mitigate reporting related risks, escalate issues/risks in timely manner Regularly reviews and keeps up to date Reporting guides, updates and enhances where necessary Facilitates meetings related to Leaf planning reports where involvement and inputs from Leaf supply planners requiredParticipates in Leaf Supply Chain change initiatives. These maybe cross-functional in nature and involve business process and IT changes.Works as a team player and understands their role and influence on others. Identifies who the key stakeholders are and develops strong working relationships in order to understand the cross functional influence and inter dependencies.Able to prioritise own workload to ensure individual and x functional deadlines are meet. Activities are carried out within the allotted time.Regularly reviews tasks and Customers assigned as a back up to ensure knowledge on latest changes in place.Manages delivery of ad hoc additional work activities within the team without impact to business as usual activities

 

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

Experience in communication (internal/external) desirableExcellent knowledge of MS OfficeStrong interpersonal and communication skills in internal and external environmentAbility to manage several tasks simultaneouslyExcellent accuracy and attention to detailData administration – attention to detailKnowledge of SAP systems(preferential)Medium to advanced level of Reporting/Data software experience (SQL, PBI, Tableau etc.) – beneficialAbility to conduct detailed manipulation of complex data from multiple sources.Customer service oriented thinking.Ability to build sustainable relationships

 

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

Educational qualifications: bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation!

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?Were 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.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.We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.