Purchasing Planner

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business 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 Mexico has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Planner in Monterrey.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Place purchase orders for materials in line with supplier lead times to meet the multiple requirements of the factory production plan in SAP and the rapid response system.
• Ensure that the material coverage period is sufficient, while maintaining target inventory levels and optimal supplier pricing.
• Maintain target stock levels within the factory.
• Execute all cost reduction activities initiated by procurement, factory, etc.
• Arrange the delivery of materials with the supplier to the factory and, when necessary, resolve any logistics issues.
• Enter master data in SAP and rapid response system for new materials.
• Explore opportunities to improve the efficiency of planning and ordering materials.
• Work with the production planning team when a material shortage is identified to ensure the issue is resolved quickly with minimal impact to the factory.
• Work with other teams and departments to implement the phasing in and out of new/old materials as part of a controlled process (achieve agreed timelines with minimal cost).
• Proactively develop the relationship with the provider to improve service and performance and optimize business processes between the two parties.
• Support the Purchasing team on supplier billing issues, guaranteeing payment monitoring for each of them.
• Process devolution orders for materials rejected by the Quality Team.
• Highlight serious vendor issues and work with management to resolve them quickly and with minimal business impact.

What are we looking for?

• At least 1 year in direct raw material planning experience.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills.
• Good English proficiency (at least 80%).
• High knowledge in Excel.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Good organizational and prioritization skills.
• BS in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or any equivalent qualifications.

Beneficial:

• Knowledge in SAP desired.
• Knowledge in Rapid Response.

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 your full potential.