Analytical Supplier Specialist

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!

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

To support the Analytical Optimisation Team (AOT) in their assessment and technical governance of a global network of internal and external laboratories who provide analytical chemistry services for BAT. Effective collaborator interaction to understand scientific requirements from a wide network of requestors, to facilitate the most appropriate solution either internally or externally. As part of this, liaising with selected external suppliers to supervise their performance, such as through the establishment of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), regular review meetings and execution of incident reports and CAPA when necessary.

• Develop joint operational or research solutions with R&D peers and keeping partners informed of progress through formal and informal communication.
• Assessment of the capabilities of selected internal laboratories who are within scope of established analytical governance processes.
• Lead interactions with peers and collaborators in identification of analytical challenges or performance issues leading to potential changes to plan.
• Analyse technical capability and find opportunities to improve / enhance, including third-party partner engagement opportunities.
• Apply technical analytical scientific knowledge as part of the Analytical Optimisation Team so that methods and processes are understood as part of the bigger picture.
• Establish partnerships
• Provide insights to feed into the direction of planning through application of information management skills to consolidate large data sets.
• Help define new rules for the planning system based on data gathering and interpretation.

• Relevant technical experience resulting in a basic knowledge of analytical techniques (e.g GC-MS, GC-FID, HPLC, pH etc.) and analytical method validation.
• Ability to interact effectively and confidently with internal team members and external partners, to understand requirements, laboratory capabilities and advise on the most appropriate solutions.
• Basic understanding of BAT products and the testing suites that are required for regulatory, quality or product development testing.
• Understanding of the value of analytical data to the business and the context of its use.
• Ability to determine the appropriate level of complexity required to satisfy the different collaborators.

• Ability to influence and communicate across the team and within One R&D.
• Good communication and planning skills.

• Professional/academic achievement in Chemistry or a related physical science up to 1st degree level, or equivalent experience.

• Experience of project management system i.e. PRINCE2
• Experience in planning and prioritisation

• Have you worked in situations where an ambiguous scientific request requires clarification through technical discussions and influencing?
• Are you organised with an ability to plan and prioritise effectively?
• Do you have experience interrogating data or methods associated with HPLC and GC?

WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as 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, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.

We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT.

We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.