Leaf Operations

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco Kenya has an exciting opportunity for a Leaf Information Executive in Kenya

To effectively manage all the information from and to the leaf centres and ensure it is filed or archived as per company record management. The role deliverables include the sourcing for all the leaf growing requirements within Low Value Spend threshold and administration for Tactical Sourcing spends. The role also links with inventory management of Agronomy Materials and Supplies.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Timely processing in BAT Leaf or any other applicable system of all approved Materials and Supplies (M&S) receipts, issues, purchases, shipment and returns.
• Reconcile M&S stocks in BAT Leaf against physical report and prepare monthly returns.
• Receive the entire leaf growing purchase requirement, ensure they are correct, duly approved and then requisition for the PO generation.
• Ensure proper record keeping both electronic and paper as per BAT records management policy.
• Oversee verification of all farmer contracts and their attachments before contracting
• Receive and requisition for all leaf growing staff payments request for on-ward approval.
• Receive and process purchase requests from GLT and Leaf growing as per the company Procurement Policy
• Support Leaf Administration processes by carrying out quarterly Leaf centre visits to improve efficiency and enforce controls and Leaf growing process maps.
• Establish good and positive communication with all stakeholders to create good working and public relations for achievement of company business goals.
• Manage the filing and archiving of all the leaf records.

What are we looking for?

• Ability to develop a credible and professional relationship with middle line management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline i.e. Supply Chain/Agronomy/Extension
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a relevant working field
• Demonstrate a good level of understanding IT systems and in particular the BAT Leaf
• SAP exposure – mandatory
• Strong leadership and motivational skills coupled with excellent communication ability.

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