BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE, and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

British American Tobacco Germany has an exciting opportunity for a Factory Manager (m/f/d) in Bayreuth.

What are your main responsibilities?

Management of the plant and logistics site to achieve the set goals while ensuring the delivery of the required goods of the highest quality at optimal costs Together with a team of managers, prepare and implement a strategy that aims for long-term sustainable growth and benefits in the supply chainMeet volumes according to demand planning for volume and delivery time while increasing productivity to optimize costsMonitor, measure and lead the IWS (Integrated Work Systems) program to continuously improve productivity and effectiveness at the site and in the supply chain Ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements at the site regarding labor law, health and safety, excise duties and services Effective and efficient use of existing company resources in terms of personnel and budgets (investments and ongoing operations)Ensure the implementation of key HR processes to retain employees, develop and maintain a healthy talent pipeline to build a high-performance cultureFurther development of the site to achieve ESG goalsRegularly holding meetings with team members to communicate monthly results, company news & changes, projects and discuss action plans for the next monthManage manufacturing EHS, business controls, risk, policy adherence and statutory / legislative requirementTo maintain a professional and well-motivated team, ensuring appropriate training and development to ensure succession for all key positions, promote coaching and champion people development – ensuring a self-sustaining organizationManage and develop excellent relationships with industry and regional functions to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage

What are we looking for?

An operations leader being mobile and interested in leading a factory but being open for further development in the BAT Operations functionOverall business knowledge, ability to think and operate strategically, recognizing where the best benefit is to be found for Regional OperationsSound knowledge and experience of the IWS processes, tobacco processes and manufacturing and complex Supply Chain organizationsKnowledge of raw materials and product in generalExcellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence key stakeholders, and motivate large numbers of peopleIndustry professional with at least five years of experience in OperationsGeneral experience in factory management, new technologies and methods used, supplier relations and machinery acquisitionEducated to degree standard or equivalentFluent English speaker Up-to-date financial management skillsAbility to develop and maintain effective partnerships working across national boundariesCompetent in the management of information technology used in manufacturing

What do we offer?

Above-average salary including a company car along side a range of attractive benefits, diverse online and offline trainings and opportunities for development The possibility to flexibly shape your working hours– remotely or at the office.The opportunity to shape the transformation of an entire industry, we prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.

Why join BAT?

BAT is one of the world’s leading “multi-category” consumer goods companies, offering a wide range of tobacco and nicotine products across various categories. Our purpose is to contribute to a better future – “A Better Tomorrow.” This means more choice, more innovation, and potentially less risk. We create brands – join us!

Strong brands such as Lucky Strike, Pall Mall, Vuse, VELO, and glo™, distributed in over 200 marketsRecognized as a global Top Employer with a certificate for outstanding working conditions, employing 53,000 BAT employees in more than 180 marketsNamed a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times and winner of the International Women’s Day Best Practice awardSeal Award winner as one of the 50 most sustainable companies

Collaboration, diversity, and teamwork are at the core of everything we do at BAT. We know that working with colleagues from diverse backgrounds makes us stronger and better equipped to achieve our business goals. Come and bring your diversity to us!