BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
BAT GLOBAL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS PAKISTAN IS LOOKING FOR BRAND & PLANNING EXECUTIVE
JOB TITLE: Brand & Planning Executive
FUNCTION: Marketing
LOCATION: Lahore, Pakistan
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The Brand & Planning Executive will be responsible for assisting the delivery of the New Product Initiatives working closely with the GBS Brand Service Manager, brand strategic unit as well as the Ops NPI team to deliver the projects as per the teams’ strategic intent. You will have ownership of delivering all assigned projects for EM that are to be served and managing all senior partners as well as ensuring timely resolution of any bottlenecks along the way of projects for timely delivery
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- E2E delivery of the NPI Project with follow ups, coordination and project management with NPI managers on more complex projects
- Escalation to the right forums to ensure bottlenecks are resolved in time.
- Managing RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) for assigned NPI projects with all the partners.
- Translate data & information into impactful insights & foresights and convey analysis and recommendations via presentations and written reports to internal partners
- Scope & gather business critical information for end market in order to forecast and formulate in the near and distant future.
- Assist in tracking and analysing sales data to support effective decision making
- Identify and actively pursue continuous improvement opportunities to increase the overall efficiency and effectiveness of processes.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Strong analytic skills & critical/creative thinking skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills (PowerPoint / Excel)
- Ability to work with large amounts of data, build relation amongst the data points and plug them in to drive solutions during the course of a project
- Proficient with Power BI
- Experience in performing and maintaining data tracking
- Proficiency in English, possessing strong communication skills
- Ability to maintain good relationship with cross functional team members
- Excellent project management skills
- Good time management skills
- A graduate in Marketing Business Management.
- Minimum 3-4 years of work experience in marketing, demand planning or consumer insights team
- Analytical and data-driven but also able to think and act creatively from a problem solving stand point
- Agile to learn BAT WOW and equally eager to become hands on with organizations’ internal systems
- Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen
- Flexible and reliable team player who acts in the best interest of the department and company
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.