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!

JOB TITLE: Regional Sustainability Deployment Mgr.

LOCATION: Flexible Location, Pakistan

Why BAT?

At BAT, we’re committed to more than just jobs, we’re dedicated to purposeful careers - It's one of the many reasons we have been named as a Global Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year.

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.

Role Summary

The role of the Regional Sustainability Deployment Mgr. is to drive the sustainability strategy, policies & standards and implementation across the Region providing thought leadership, counsel, advice and support to the End Markets DRBU Sustainability Managers and Global Sustainability Teams, that enables the seamless execution, in order to ensure that BAT Group protects its corporate reputation, license to operate and access to resources, and recognized as one of the most advanced in terms of sustainability standards and processes.

Responsibilities

Drive ESG performance across the Regional scope ensuring delivery against corporate commitments for BAT Operations and wider value chain in line with Organizational Ambition 2050.
Provide leadership in identifying strategic sustainability opportunities.
Ensure all the initiatives & journey maps are aligned with the Glidepaths.
Support CapEx demand, alignment and prioritization, and the Menu Cards consolidation.
Develop Regional deployment plans for new capabilities (Standardization and alignment) whilst optimizing cost and environmental performance.
Manage sustainability performance data KPIs and associated reporting process.
Develop leading edge sustainability capabilities and solutions for business activities and ensure their implementation throughout the Region through the Centre of excellence.
Ensure Compliance Assessments are successfully achieved within the DRBU, including Health & Safety.
Engage with experts across industries, academic, governmental, and non-governmental institutions in developing internal organizational expertise knowledge, benchmarking capabilities, and understanding of environment & sustainability developments.
Drive full compliance of BAT business across the Region to BAT EH&S Policy.
Ensure all existing and potential threats to the end markets, arising from environmental impacts and Health & Safety risks are identified, analyzed, and managed.
Contribute to the development of the sustainability policies, strategies and standards which enable BAT Strategy.
Make and/or advise on commercial decisions that impact positively on both short-and medium-term results within the Region.
Ensure appropriate level of sustainability management system integration.
Drive Regional ESG performance and be the SPOC for all Regional ESG related topics.
Lead the ESG APMEA team, build capability and deploy training to drive upskilling.

Requirements

Essential

Experience in Operations functions within ESG, Manufacturing and/or Supply Chain.
Experience leading a team to successfully deliver business goals in an international company.
Delivered wide scale and complex change programs.
Knowledge of international regulations, the sustainable development agenda, and external engagement practices.
Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety management.
Understanding of Sustainability Governance process.
Understanding of audit methodology or experience of working in an audit role.

Skills

Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.
Ability to think and operate strategically at a Regional level.
Ability to extract meaning and principles from past experiences and leveraging those when facing a new situation.
Excellent leadership and team management skills; and be able to motivate, and inspire teams (diverse ethnicity, management/non-management) which are dispersed across the geographic unit.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to influence key stakeholders (both internal and external) to own and drive the implementation of sustainability strategy, and delivery of the annual plan.
Ability to develop and maintain effective business partnerships and relationships working across functions and geographic boundaries.
Ability to navigate through uncertain and ambiguous environment.
High level of adaptability to different ideas, others’ opinions, and alternative ways of doing things.

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent, preferable in Environmental, Manufacturing or Supply Chain.
Health & Safety skills training.

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.
Prioritizing 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

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.

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.

We believe in you.

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

Benefits

At our core, we understand your best work happens when you feel fully supported. Our meticulously designed reward and benefits package are shaped to acknowledge your contributions and to magnify your impact. As you grow, so do we.

Social Wellbeing

Wellbeing is better when it’s shared. Benefits that foster a sense of community and connection among employees. The more time we make to give back and share what it means to live well with the communities around us, the closer we’ll be to them. We encourage positive social interactions inside and outside BAT, enhance collaboration, and create a supportive work environment where employees feel valued and connected.

Emotional Wellbeing

Balancing work and life to help you recharge and stay resilient. Benefits and initiatives that are designed to bolster our employees' mental health. At BAT we're fostering a culture of to help our employees to better manage life’s pressures and build resilience, no matter what life throws your way.

Physical Wellbeing

Good health is the cornerstone that allows everything else in our lives to align. Benefits that support our employees' physical health, expand coverage where needed it and promote healthy lifestyles, reducing stress and boosting overall energy and productivity.

Financial Wellbeing

Peace of mind is priceless, but it shouldn’t cost the earth. Benefits and initiatives designed to assist you in achieving financial stability and security, empowering you to make well-informed financial decisions, alleviate financial stress, and enhance your short and long-term prospects.

Regional Sustainability Deployment mgr

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