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Job Title:  Intern (Several Fresh Graduate No Experience Jobs)

Organisation: British American Tobacco (BAT)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

British American Tobacco is one of the world’s leading multinational companies, with brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries. Our portfolio includes our world-famous Global Drive Brands – Dunhill, Kent, Lucky Strike, Pall Mall and Rothmans – along with many other leading international brands, such as Vogue, Peter Stuyvesant and State Express 555. Alongside our traditional tobacco business, we are also developing products that offer consumers potentially less risky alternatives to regular cigarettes. Our Next Generation Products are already leading the way in the Industry of vapour and tobacco heating devices. We continue to develop a solid portfolio of consumer solutions which already include well known global brands like Vype, glo and Voke.

Job Summary:  Our internship program is designed for individuals who are looking to work in a dynamic global organization.

The program comprises of functional projects which the intern will be assigned over a period of 1 year. Along with accomplishing challenging tasks every day, the candidate will receive coaching from the assignment manager through a structured plan and defined set of deliverables, to grow both business and leadership capabilities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learn and support in implementation of the Trade Marketing and Distribution plan which meets the objectives of trade marketing & distribution and is in line with brand / price strategy and the needs of the trade to achieve the Company objectives: volume and value share, Numeric and Weighted Distribution for our Drive Brands, Out of Stock)
• Support in achieving trade coverage, visit frequency and outlet visit plan to maximize route effectiveness and efficiency.
• Support implementation and establishment of close working relationships with partners (distributors, trade and retailers) in order to gain high levels of trade support and loyalty whilst enhancing understanding of the trading environment.
• Lead by example in the innovation area by trying new ways of doing existing work, embracing and promoting change through new solutions, ideas and strategies that has worked elsewhere.
• Provide support in ensuring that the territory volume and distribution objectives of company brands are achieved by trade channel and outlet type in order that availability is maximized in line with brand strategies and the needs of the market.
• Supporting activities in ensuring optimal stock levels, product quality and freshness through stock management, orientation to the trade and reporting on supply chain and product issues.
• Planning, preparation and participation in team events and programs

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Commerce or a related field of study having graduated from the university within the last 1 year.
• Must be a holder of a valid Drivers License  for 2 Years
• Driven, ambitious and with a zeal for learning.
• Analytical skills complimented by excellent organizational and planning skills.

How to Apply:

If you have the talent and expertise to make your mark in a global organization that thrives on diversity, innovation, and a commitment to helping people make the most of their abilities, send through your application online at the link below.

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