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🌟 British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) Global Graduate Programme - Operations 🌟

 About British American Tobacco (BAT)

British American Tobacco (BAT) is defined by the freedom of choice it offers, both in its diverse portfolio of products and the opportunities it provides for its employees. This entrepreneurial spirit is the engine of its phenomenal global success. With a heritage spanning over a century, BAT has evolved from a tobacco trading enterprise into a multi-billion dollar, multinational corporation boasting more than 200 brands in its portfolio. BAT maintains robust market positions across its regional sectors, ensuring a bright and sustainable future.

The company places a premium on innovation, transformation, and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where every individual can thrive. Joining BAT means becoming part of a global leader that is constantly evolving to meet the demands of a changing world, offering unparalleled opportunities for internal advancement and professional development.


Title: Global Graduate Programme - Operations

Location: Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Programme Description

The Global Graduate Programme - Operations is an intensive, 18-month, fast-track development initiative meticulously crafted for high-potential, recent graduates who are eager to make a tangible impact from the moment they step into the role.

This programme is the primary pipeline for grooming the next generation of operational leaders within the British American Tobacco Operations Team. Participants will gain a holistic and profound understanding of various critical operational areas through structured learning, challenging projects, and on-the-job training.

Key Responsibilities and Learning Areas

Successful candidates will be immersed in the core functions of the business, with responsibilities focused on:

  • Make (Manufacturing): Gaining comprehensive, hands-on experience and insights into the entire manufacturing process, emphasizing efficiency, quality control, and advanced production techniques.
  • Plan (Balancing Supply with Demand): Mastering the sophisticated art and science of supply chain management, including forecasting, capacity planning, and strategic resource allocation to ensure optimal balance between supply and global demand.
  • Service: Focusing on consumer needs, enhancing the customer experience, and actively supporting the transformation of global business services to drive operational excellence worldwide.
  • Product Innovation: Collaborating closely with the Marketing & Sales functions to drive forward innovative solutions, ensuring that product development aligns with market trends and consumer preferences.
  • Logistics: Strategically navigating the complexities of supply chain flow, inventory management, and developing robust logistical strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective distribution.
  • Procurement: Focusing on strategic sourcing, driving innovation through partnerships, implementing smart spending initiatives, and fostering quality, sustainable partnerships across the supplier base.

Candidate Qualifications and Profile

British American Tobacco Nigeria is seeking highly ambitious and globally minded individuals who meet the following stringent criteria:

  • Education: Must have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
  • National Service: Completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program is mandatory.
  • Experience Level: Possesses no more than three (3) years of post-graduate professional experience.
  • Language Proficiency: Must be fluent in English (both written and spoken) to navigate an international business environment.
  • Core Competencies: Demonstrates strong analytical and decision-making skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex tasks efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Membership/Exposure (Added Advantage):
    • Membership in relevant professional bodies.
    • Prior exposure to operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or technical work environments.
  • Mobility: Must possess the willingness and ability to commit to national and/or international mobility as required by the programme and future role progression.

What British American Tobacco Offers

BAT is committed to rewarding exceptional talent with a comprehensive and competitive value proposition:

  • Performance-Based Remuneration: An opportunity to earn a market-leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility and performance metrics).
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: The robust benefits package, which varies by country, includes diverse health plans, well-being initiatives to support work-life balance, essential transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
  • Career and Growth: The journey with BAT is not constrained by geographical or functional boundaries; it is propelled entirely by individual aspirations. The company is dedicated to an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where clear career progression is not just an assurance—it is a reality the organization actively builds with its employees.
  • Continuous Development: Successful graduates will have immediate access to cutting-edge online learning platforms and personalized growth programmes designed to nurture and accelerate leadership skills.
  • Transformative Environment: BAT prioritizes a culture of continuous improvement within a transformative setting, ensuring that its future leaders are well-equipped to manage and drive ongoing organizational changes effectively.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above criteria and are ready to own their professional development journey are encouraged to apply:

Click here to apply

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