Supply Chain Analyst

**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.**
**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**

**BAT SOUTH AFRICA IS LOOKING FOR A SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN HEIDELBERG**

**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Management
**FUNCTION**: Operations - Supply Chain
**SALARY RANGE**:competitive salary package+ excellent benefits + market leading bonus
**LOCATION**:Heidelberg, South Africa
**Reports to**:Secondary Supply Chain Manager

**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**

The prime function of this role is to analyse the movement of goods through the supply pipeline, monitor current processes, identify & analyse gaps, and develop process improvement in the Supply Chain.

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- Gathers, interprets & deep dive relevant data & drive a proactive culture of root cause analyses, continuous improvement, (costs, productivity, demand patterns, etc.).
- To provide strategic and tactical direction to the Secondary Supply Chain warehousing & Transport suppliers to enable the delivery of significant savings in warehousing and compliance (including custom house brokerage) spend.
- Investigates problems, finds root causes, and develops solutions to drive cost down.
- Develops performance reports and distributes them to stakeholders.
- To have prime commercial and contractual ownership and control of the Secondary Supply budgets.
- Monitors contract compliance of carriers and other logistics service providers.
- Provides analytical support for projects, new business opportunities, and proposals.
- Coordinate’s delivery schedules and other supply chain activities.
- Ensure the depot warehouses and compliance records are maintained and provided as per BAT best practice and local regulations & SOX compliance.
- Ensure timely and accurate compilation and submission of Monthly reports.
- Logistics BCP (Business Continuity Plans) and BIA (Business Impact Analysis) is in place, workable and updated.
- To ensure excellent relationships with the following key external stakeholders: 3PLs, External Audit and Government Agencies to ensure smooth and efficient logistics operations and services.
**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Tertiary qualification (3 Years) with 5 years plus experience in a Logistics, Supply Chain in FMCG Industry
- High Level of Supply Chain knowledge
- Knowledge of EH&S and Pest Management Principles
- Good knowledge of relevant computer systems & programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint,etc.)
- High level of SAP understanding (IM & Warehouse management module experience)
- Knowledge of the statutory requirements regarding Excise and Customs
- Work effectively as part of the team
- Trouble shooting & problem-solving skills
**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
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- 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