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 UK IS LOOKING FOR A PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL SUPPORT

SENIORITY LEVEL: Experienced Non-Management Level

FUNCTION: Marketing R&D

LOCATION: Southampton

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent

BENEFITS

• UK yearly Incentive Bonus \xe2\x80\x93 competitive % based on business results and average annual salary
• Attractive Private Pension Plan - up to 15%, Private Medical cover, Doctor @hand-24/7 GP appointments, by video or by phone, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the world
• Share Reward Scheme (free shares and share saving scheme), Group Personal Accident Insurance, Life Assurance
• Flexible Benefits Scheme: Tax Return Assistance, Cycle To Work, Holiday Trading, Dental Insurance, Travel Insurance; Onsite Gym and Gyms Discounts-discounts at over 3,700 gyms, SPAs, pools, studios and outdoor fitness events across the UK; Season Ticket loans-Interest free loans for purchase of annual tickets for public transport

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

Our purpose is to build A Better Tomorrow\xe2\x84\xa2 by reducing the health impact of our business through offering a greater choice of enjoyable and less risky products for our consumers.

BAT\xe2\x80\x99s a global business going through a hugely dynamic period. Now is an exciting time to join the product team and have a real say in how we shape the business. A chance to feel the impact of your work and the potential to grow your careers.

Our business is developing a range of potentially reduced-risk products, where innovation thrives.

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

We have a great opportunity for a Product Development Technical Support to join our Central Tobacco Heated Products (THP) Product Deployment team based in Southampton.

The role offers the opportunity to work in a Global above market Product Deployment team, developing and deploying products to our growing 25+ THP markets that are positioned all over the World and across multiple regions.

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

You will get exposure to a global environment and learn the basic principles of consumer product development & deployment. Additionally, you will engage with the processes that underpin how we work with Next Generation Product operations in a multinational company & interact with diverse stakeholders.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR:

• To assist in delivering an assigned portfolio of projects and activities within the product deployment plan. This will require the coordination of internal and external stakeholders in alignment with the Product Development Manager to support delivery of the commercial vision for the product.
• To support with assigned development activities (projects, continuous improvement, testing, etc.).
• To contribute to the development and deployment activities which the Team are responsible for.
• To assist with the implementation of new and modified products at factory level, through specifications in SAP.
• To assist with the quality and consistency of product specifications through tracking of regular analytical results and propose corrective actions where required (with the guidance of Senior Expert).
• To aid with manufacturing trials, new product implementations, and monitoring of performance data in cooperation with the quality department.
• To create product specifications and recipes in SAP.
• To manage Product Compliance activities for relevant projects.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Experience Required

• Self-motivated, proactive with good time management and organizational skills;
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate;
• Ambitious and eager to progress;
• Comfortable with hands-on product development in laboratory environment;

Desirable Requirements

• Understanding of product development principles and processes;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel & PowerPoint);

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• University degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.

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\xe2\x80\x99s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner \xe2\x80\x93 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!

British American Tobacco