BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO 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!


The role is responsible for creating & maintaining Product specifications and recipes for finished goods, semi-finished goods and related raw materials requested by NPI or by Product Maintenance initiatives. In addition to that, during daily operation the code creation activities have to be aligned with all involved functional partners in Product, Factories and Supply Chain to provide high data quality during SKU code creation.


Your key responsibilities will include:

• Creation, release and maintenance of Product specifications and related Recipes in SAP EHS/RD (FGs, SFG Packaging Phantoms)
• Creation of required pack raw materials incl. localization of globally governed Specification
• Creation and release of Artwork Specifications as given from e-graphics (Packaging Development)
• Ensure & control Supplier Sign off for materials
• Obsolescence of Product and Material Specifications and Recipes based on obsolescence reports given by GMDM
• Ensure data integrity and maintain specifications or recipes accordingly
• Exploit opportunities for standardization in process and business systems for continuous improvement
• Engage collaborators to enable smooth code creation process (NPI, Factories, GMDM, functional Product Experts) Participation on NPI Kick off meetings
• Support NPI, Factories and GMDM on specific request regarding code creation and related processes
• Support & consult Product & Packaging Development on code creation request.
• Raise IT Tickets on system issues and CRs for BAU activities

What are we looking for?

• Degree in an apprenticeship for industrial clerk or in a technical related profession/subject (Production, Quality, Product)
• Working experience or fundamental knowledge of Master data management in Factories / Supply Chain (e.g. Material masters and BOMs) as Administrators
• Working experience and/or basic knowledge of NPI processes
• Detailed knowledge of tobacco products, its materials and production processes (Combustible products, THP, Oral)
• IT knowledge on MS-Office applications esp. MS Excel
• Proficient English skills

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.
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.