Product Data Executive- fixed term (1 year) – (Southampton, England, United Kingdom)
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!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Product Data Executive in Southampton
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
To support the end-to-end co-ordination and delivery of the conceptual design, definition, business rules, policies, access rights, tools, templates, quality criteria and measurement for effective Ops Product global data standards process, management and governance across BAT’s key information systems.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Engagement and alignment of data standards and requirements with all relevant collaborators.
- Analysis of business requests impacting data standards, using the Data Stewards process framework.
- Monitor and control the implementation and adoption (cleansing) of data standards.
- End to end coordination and implementation of data standards, from business partners’ request to sign off in Production system.
- Co-ordination of updates to Ops Product DS documentation, plans, and frameworks.
- Maintenance of the Ops ODM collaborator list/map and the data standards Business as Usual process documentation as defined under the GOM.
- Supervise the alignment of mandatory status characteristics in live SAP (Production environment) to the Data Standards Repository (the source of truth for data standards).
- Work process improvements for data standards processes.
- Promoting data standards and data quality as a critical business asset throughout the organisation.
- Act as the centre of excellence for the understanding and interpretation of data standards on behalf of the entire BAT organisation.
What are we looking for?
- Knowledge of SAP system, specifically good understanding of product data structures (Specifications & Recipe Development modules). Understanding of interdependencies and relationship of product data to broader business data such as Material Master.
- Experience working with Product, Marketing and NPI functions.
- Understand the criticality of tightly controlled data management and data quality.
- Analytical, detailed, problem solving and governance oriented.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Ability to deconstruct complex data issues and convey them in a business relevant format to key stakeholders and forums in clear, simple messages.
- Strong relationship and interpersonal/communication skills.
- Analytical approach to problem solving, attention to details, data-driven thinking, ability to transform data into information.
- Constant desire to learn, seeking new ideas and knowledge.
- Resilient, adapts and embraces change, enjoys working in a constantly evolving environment, solving challenges, and identifying ideas to drive simplification and faster ways to do things.
- Rational, logical, process-driven thinking and decision making.
- Structured work approach and excellent skills for prioritising multiple tasks, deadline conscious, and customer-service oriented.
- Fluent English with strong communication skills (verbal and written).
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.
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.
