Intern/apprentices/student worker, non-mgmt.

About the Position

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

The Trade Marketing Intern provides structured office-based support to the Trade Marketing & Distribution team across Somalis and Rwanda. The role is designed for an entry-level employee who is building practical trade marketing capability while supporting the team with coordination, reporting, documentation, market follow-up and execution tracking. The intern works in a fast-paced and competitive commercial environment where priorities can change quickly, deadlines are tight and accurate information is required to support timely business decisions. Success in the role requires strong organisation, attention to detail, responsiveness, curiosity and the discipline to follow through on assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate trade marketing trackers, activity calendars, action logs and performance reports covering market execution, stock visibility, customer activity, competitive updates and agreed follow-ups.
• Support the preparation of weekly and monthly updates by collecting inputs, checking data quality, consolidating market feedback and presenting information in a clear and usable format for the Trade team.
• Assist with coordination of trade marketing activities, including agency brief follow-ups, approval tracking, market requests, purchase order support, document filing and confirmation of delivery against agreed timelines.
• Prepare meeting notes, action trackers, presentation inputs, customer summaries and briefing packs to support discussions with internal stakeholders, market teams and external partners.
• Follow up on assigned actions with internal teams, market contacts and agency partners, escalating delays, gaps or risks early so that the line manager has visibility of issues affecting delivery.
• Monitor and organise basic market intelligence, including competitor activity, trade feedback, execution observations and emerging issues that may affect brand visibility, availability or customer engagement.
• Support compliance with company processes by ensuring trade documents, approvals, claims, agency records and activity evidence are complete, properly stored and aligned with required standards.
• Build practical knowledge of trade marketing, route-to-market execution, commercial systems, distributor ways of working and customer engagement through active learning, feedback and participation in team routines.
• Contribute to a disciplined office operating rhythm by keeping files, trackers and follow-up routines organised, current and easy for the wider team to use.
• Support ad hoc projects as may be assigned by the line manager.

Requirements

• Trade Marketing
• Data Analysis
• Market Intelligence

Nice to Have

• Project Management
• Communication
• Attention to Detail

We Offer

• Market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Diverse health plans, work-life balance initiatives, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• Continuous improvement within a transformative environment
• Benefits:
  • Meal Voucher/Canteen as per location
  • Private Pension
  • Life & Health Insurance
  • Yearly bonus based on the ABS
  • Family support policy
  • Office perks
  • Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement.

About the Company

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs, we’re dedicated to purposeful careers. We believe that Leadership shouldn’t be confined to titles. It’s a mindset and through our leading Learning and Development programmes, you’ll continuously develop your skills and experience. With our unwavering support, you’ll work in cross-functional teams connecting with industry leaders and expanding your professional network.

Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.

Values

At BAT, our values show us the way to bring our purpose to life. Serving as our compass, they navigate every aspect of our path towards A Better Tomorrow™ defining how we innovate, grow, and achieve success while setting high standards for individual achievement and collective progress. Rooted in integrity and collaboration, they empower us as pioneers of change in a world that never stands still ensuring we shape BAT's legacy with confidence and purpose.

• Truly inclusive
• Do the right thing
• Love for our consumer
• Passion to win
• Empowered through trust
• Stronger together

Take Control of Your Future with BAT

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs, we’re dedicated to purposeful careers. We believe that everyone has a place in our organization. Whether you are seeking mentorship, diversifying your experience through international assignments or embracing innovative work methods, we’re here to propel your career aspirations and unleash your full potential.

Join us at BAT, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds.