Brand Executive (Бухарест, Румунія)

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

British American Tobacco Romania is looking for a Brand Executive for Tobacco Heated Products

SENIORITY LEVEL: Experienced Professional

FUNCTION: Marketing

LOCATION: Bucharest, Romania

*Relocation package is not covered.

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

As a Brand Executive based in BAT Romania, you’ll be responsible to support the Brand Manager in the development of new and existing brand propositions, from defining consumer relevant positioning to planning and implementing supporting activities.

You’ll lead given brand projects, ensuring the execution is within brief, and drive fact-based decision making through the provision of market analysis and reports with clear recommendations for action. You’ll need to be a strong self-starter, be willing to take ownership and enjoy getting things done in a pressured environment. Substantial coaching, on-the-job and functional training will be provided as part of a clearly defined development plan with tasks being assigned in line with your competence and development needs.

Reports to: Brand Manager           

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Alignment of various BAT partners (from agencies to Operations and Trade Marketing) to ensure brand objectives and activities are implemented with the required quality and adjusted to meet agreed cost & timescales
• Preparation of engagement programs and cycle plan activities to ensure brand strategies are effectively implemented and evaluated at field level
• Application of brand insights and understanding to consumer dialogue in order to differentiate marketing activities and optimise brand effectiveness
• Analyse and report market research intelligence to estimate brand performance or issues and provide sound data-based recommendations with required actions
• Monitor and report brand expenditure to ensure it does not exceed budget defined in operational brand plan

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Do you have a strong passion for taking brands to the next level?
• Do you have a high consumer and data acumen?
• Do you enjoy leading projects with partners from different cultures?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• 2-3 years of previous experience in brand management; experience in a FMCG company is nice to have
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• High attention to detail and good presentation skills
• Capable to lead and influence different internal and external partners
• Fast decision-making abilities with strong analytical skills and data-driven mindset
• Ability to make things happen (proactive, dynamic, flexible, pragmatic)
• Ability to develop relevant and effective in-store communication and promotions and coordinate third party suppliers to positively influence consumer buying behaviour
• Commercial approach to all activities
• Fluent Ukrainan or Russian (oral and written) and English
• Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

 WE ARE BAT

At BAT, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.

See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building extraordinary capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

 BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!